Automation Project Engineer - Regional Logistics

Shopee; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shopee is looking for a data-driven Automation Project Engineer in Singapore to manage logistics automation projects. The ideal candidate will have exceptional problem-solving skills and engineering knowledge.

You will oversee project planning, vendor management, and compliance with design standards. This role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and experience in managing large projects. Willingness to travel to Southeast Asia and Brazil is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large-scale projects preferred.
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to overcome implementation challenges.
• Willingness to travel to Southeast Asia and Brazil.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end project management for logistics automation projects.
• Review automation design drawings and ensure compliance with standards.
• Evaluate vendor installation plans and monitor project progress.
• Maintain project documentation and generate management reports.
• Identify and assess risks during project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Vendor Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

The Shopee Regional Logistics team is committed to providing Shopee's users with the best possible e-Commerce logistics experience in the most cost‑effective way. We are seeking a data‑driven Automation Project Engineer with a proven track record in managing large projects to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional problem‑solving skills along with engineering and automation knowledge. Alongside a team of experienced project managers, automation designers, control engineers and maintenance engineers, you will play a pivotal role in managing projects to optimise the engineering reliability and maintenance processes across 8 markets.

Job Description

• Project Planning and Execution: Drive end-to-end project management for logistics automation projects—from planning and design through installation and ramp‑up.
• Design Review and Standards Compliance: Review automation design drawings and technical proposals from vendors, align with local stakeholders on operational requirements, drive design adjustments as needed, and ensure all solutions comply with internal design standards.
• Installation Oversight and Quality Assurance: Evaluate vendors' site installation plans and checklists, monitor project progress, quality, and safety to ensure delivery to specification. Serve as the escalation point to coordinate and resolve issues during installation.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Monitor vendor performance against timelines and quality commitments, resolve issues proactively, and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Reporting and Risk Management: Maintain accurate project documentation and generate comprehensive management reports on automation project progress, performance, and challenges. Proactively identify and assess risks during project execution. Develop mitigation strategies to minimise disruptions and ensure successful delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in managing large-scale projects is preferred.
• Strong sense of ownership with a demonstrated ability to work hands‑on and overcome implementation challenges.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with a keen attention to detail and a results‑oriented mindset.
• Willingness to travel to Shopee markets in Southeast Asia and Brazil.