Controls & Automation Engineer (PLC)

Recruit Expert Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Expert Pte. Ltd.

in Singapore seeks a skilled Electrical/Automation Engineer to design and implement industrial automation and control systems, including PLC programming and software configuration, aligned with project requirements. You will prepare electrical/control documentation, ensure compliance with standards, and develop, modify, and troubleshoot control programs for reliable machine operation and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in controls or automation engineering.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens S7/TIA Portal; experience with C# or VB.
• Exposure to interfacing with servo systems, vision systems, load cells or other third-party automation equipment.
• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills and ability to work independently within a project team.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of industrial automation and control systems, including controls design, PLC programming and software configuration according to project requirements.
• Assist in preparing and updating electrical/control documentation, ensuring designs and technical deliverables comply with project specifications, internal procedures and relevant industry standards.
• Develop, modify and troubleshoot control programs based on customer requirements, with a focus on reliable machine operation and successful project delivery.
• Participate in system testing, debugging, internal testing, FAT and SAT, working closely with project, process, mechanical and electrical engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders on controls-related matters, maintain project progress records and ensure assigned tasks are completed within agreed timelines.

Skills

PLC programming

Allen-Bradley

Siemens S7/TIA Portal

C# or VB programming

Servo/vision interfacing

Education

Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering

Job description

• Support the development and implementation of industrial automation and control systems, including controls design, PLC programming and software configuration according to project requirements.
• Assist in preparing and updating electrical/control documentation, ensuring designs and technical deliverables comply with project specifications, internal procedures and relevant industry standards.
• Develop, modify and troubleshoot control programs based on customer requirements, with a focus on reliable machine operation and successful project delivery.
• Participate in system testing, debugging, internal testing, FAT and SAT, working closely with project, process, mechanical and electrical engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Coordinate with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders on controls-related matters, maintain project progress records and ensure assigned tasks are completed within agreed timelines.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Electrical, Electronics, Automation, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in controls or automation engineering.
• Practical knowledge of PLC programming, particularly Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens S7/TIA Portal; experience with C# or VB programming.
• Exposure to integrating or interfacing with servo systems, vision systems, load cells or other third-party automation equipment will be an added advantage.
• Good troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a project team.

EA Licence: 19C9701
Registration: R1326740