Automation/ Control System Engineer (PLC/ HMI/ SCADA/ Building Automation System)

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to design and develop control systems and automation solutions for industrial projects in Singapore.

The role involves selecting equipment, creating electrical diagrams, programming PLCs/HMI/SCADA, and ensuring compliance with IEC/SS standards. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for coordinating with clients and vendors.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or trade-based equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical control system design and industrial automation projects.
• Proven experience in PLC-based control systems, VFDs, instrumentation and industrial networking.
• Strong knowledge of IEC Standards, Singapore Standards (SS) and electrical safety requirements.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC controls and Energy Management Systems preferred.
• Experience in water and wastewater treatment plants, food and beverage manufacturing, and material handling systems preferred.
• LEW licence (Singapore) and/or PMP certification advantageous.
• Good communication, project management and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems, MCCs, VFD panels, PLC systems, HMI/SCADA systems, power distribution equipment and instrumentation systems.
• Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA applications for industrial and building automation systems.
• Configure industrial communication networks including Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, BACnet and MQTT.
• Perform equipment selection, sizing calculations and preparation of technical specifications.
• Produce single-line diagrams, control schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, I/O lists and functional specifications using AutoCAD Electrical or Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Conduct FAT, SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting and performance optimization.
• Liaise with customers, consultants, contractors and vendors regarding project requirements.
• Provide technical support, training and documentation.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Troubleshooting

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or diploma

Mechatronics

Automation Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Autodesk AutoCAD

PLC programming

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical control systems, MCCs, VFD panels, PLC systems, HMI/SCADA systems, power distribution equipment and instrumentation systems.
• Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA applications for industrial and building automation systems.
• Configure industrial communication networks including Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, BACnet and MQTT.
• Perform equipment selection, sizing calculations and preparation of technical specifications.
• Produce single-line diagrams, control schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, I/O lists and functional specifications using AutoCAD Electrical or Autodesk AutoCAD.
• Conduct FAT, SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting and performance optimization.
• Liaise with customers, consultants, contractors and vendors regarding project requirements.
• Provide technical support, training and documentation.

Job Requirement

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or Trade based equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical control system design and industrial automation projects.
• Proven experience in PLC-based control systems, VFDs, instrumentation and industrial networking.
• Strong knowledge of IEC Standards, Singapore Standards (SS) and electrical safety requirements.
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC controls and Energy Management Systems preferred.
• Experience in water and wastewater treatment plants, food and beverage manufacturing, and material handling systems preferred.
• LEW licence (Singapore) and/or PMP certification advantageous.
• Good communication, project management and troubleshooting skills.