Automation Engineer: PLC, HMI & Controls Specialist

D'MARK TECHNOLOGIES (S) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

D'MARK TECHNOLOGIES (S) PTE. LTD. is seeking an automation engineer to design, develop and implement PLC programs for automation systems in Singapore.

You will support commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting while coordinating with vendors for new equipment installations and ensuring robust electrical panel designs. The role requires 3+ years in related fields, strong PLC/HMI skills (TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, PC Worx, CtrlX), and familiarity with industrial protocols.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Electronics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Automation, etc.
• 3+ years in relevant field with proficiency in Ladder Logic, Structured Text (ST), and Function Block Diagrams (FBD).
• Knowledge of SCADA systems, HMI configuration, and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, etc.).
• Familiar with PLC IO types (input/output).
• Basic knowledge of electrical/electronic components (resistors, capacitors, inductors, relays, MOSFETs, transistors).
• Basic soldering knowledge.
• Familiarity with control systems and integration with sensors, drives, actuators.
• Electrical/control system troubleshooting and diagnostics experience.
• Basic knowledge in SLD and wiring diagrams for panel wiring.
• 2D AutoCAD experience for Electric panel design.
• Deep knowledge of sensors, servo motors, stepper motors and drives.
• Strong PLC programming experience with TI A Portal, Simatic Manager, PC Worx, CtrlX Automation.
• Knowledge of industrial fieldbus protocols: EthernetIP, EtherCAT, ModbusTCP, OPC_UA, MQTT.
• IEC61131-3 programming and Structured Text programming.
• Experience with PLC brands such as IDEC, Siemens, Phoenix Contact, Bosch advantageous.
• Travel willingness and ability for temporary assignments abroad.
• I/O/OT systems basic understanding.
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills.
• Fresh grads welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and implement PLC programs for automation and control systems.
• Provide commissioning, start-up and troubleshooting support for projects.
• Design electrical and control panel layouts, control schematics and BOMs.
• Coordinate multi-discipline and vendor activities for new equipment installation.
• Review vendor/engineering documents per project requirements.
• Provide support for PLC and HMI programming.

Skills

PLC programming

TIA Portal

Simatic Manager

PC Worx

CtrlX Automation

HMI configuration

Industrial networking

Troubleshooting

Vendor coordination

IEC61131-3

Soldering

Education

Degree/Diploma in Electronics/Mechatronics/Automation

Additional knowledge in Computer Science

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Siemens S7

Phoenix Contact PLC

Bosch PLC

Job description

D'MARK TECHNOLOGIES (S) PTE. LTD. is seeking an automation engineer to design, develop and implement PLC programs for automation systems in Singapore.

You will support commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting while coordinating with vendors for new equipment installations and ensuring robust electrical panel designs. The role requires 3+ years in related fields, strong PLC/HMI skills (TIA Portal, Simatic Manager, PC Worx, CtrlX), and familiarity with industrial protocols.