Automation Engineer: PLC/SCADA, HMI & Controls Lead

People Profilers Pte Ltd

Singapore

On-site

SGD 58,000 - 73,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

People Profilers Pte Ltd is seeking an Automation Engineer to own and maintain PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems across a manufacturing setting. You will troubleshoot PLCs, develop Ignition SCADA screens, and manage industrial networks while leading automation projects and ensuring safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial automation, strong hands-on experience with PLC programming and system integration, and the ability to read electrical schematics for reliable maintenance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Automation, Electrical, Electronics, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, or related field.
Ignition certification would be an advantage.
Hands-on experience in automation is essential.
5+ years of industrial automation experience in manufacturing preferred.
Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control circuits.

Responsibilities

Own and maintain PLC, SCADA, HMI, drives, and industrial networks.
Troubleshoot and program PLCs; optimize control logic.
Develop and support Ignition SCADA screens, tags, alarms, trends, recipes, user access.
Provide breakdown support, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
Manage industrial communication networks (PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP).
Lead automation projects, upgrades, and change management.
Ensure safety compliance; maintain backups and documentation.
Train technicians on PLC/SCADA troubleshooting.
Drive continuous improvement to reduce downtime and costs.
Provide on-call support for critical incidents.