Design Lead ICA (Instrumentation, Control, and Automation)

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an ICA Lead Engineer to oversee the design and implementation of complex control systems. This role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with project teams to optimize control strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and extensive experience in water, wastewater, and WTE projects.

Qualifications

• Min 15 years relevant experience in water, wastewater, and WTE projects.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Extensive hands-on experience in designing complex ICA systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ICA design process from concept to implementation.
• Lead a team of ICA engineers ensuring quality in design work.
• Manage budgets, project timelines, and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Process control theory

Programming languages for PLCs

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

• Oversee the entire ICA design process, from concept to implementation, ensuring project is delivered on time, within specifications and meeting industrial standards.

• Lead and mentor a team of ICA engineers and ensuring the quality in design work.

• Oversee the development of control logic, CMS programming, HMI interfaces, and Sub-Control systems, ensuring seamless communication and synchronization of control components.

• Oversee the selection of instrumentation, sensors, and transmitters for accurate data acquisition, measurement, and feedback control.

• Oversee the configuration and deployment of the Control Monitoring System for seamless process control and integration of subsystems.

• Ensure ICA designs adhere to relevant safety standards (such as SIL, IEC 61511) and cybersecurity protocols to mitigate operational risks.

• Collaborate with process team to optimise the processes through intelligent control strategies, adaptive algorithms, and data-driven insights.

• Coordinate validation activities, including factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT), to ensure systems meet performance criteria.

• Develop RFQ and collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source components, equipment, and systems required for ICA and ensuring they meet quality and performance standards.

• Oversee testing and commissioning of the CMS, coordinating with process team to ensure system operate as intended.

• Ensure clear and consistent communication with project client and consultant throughout the project, providing updates, addressing concerns and managing expectations.

• Manage ICA design budgets, including cost estimation, resource allocation, and cost control.
  

Requirements

• Min of Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Process Control & Instrumentation, Automation Engineering or related engineering discipline.

• 15 years of relevant experience in the construction industry preferably in water, wastewater, WTE projects.

• Relevant ICA design and engineering experience would be advantageous.

• Familiar with code of practice and standards in Singapore

• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD Plant 3D preferred & in other related design software/applications.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

• Willingness to take on responsibility and work overtime to meet deadlines.

• Extensive hands-on experience in designing and implementing complex ICA systems in industrial environments.

• Proficiency in programming languages for PLCs (e.g., ladder logic, structured text) and HMI/DCS systems is advantageous.

• In-depth knowledge of control system architectures, such as DCS and PLC-based systems.

• Familiar with industry standards and protocols (e.g., OPC-UA, Modbus, HART, Profibus, Ethernet/IP).

• Strong understanding of process control theory, PID tuning, and adaptive control strategies.

• Experience with functional safety standards (e.g., IEC 61508, IEC 61511) and cybersecurity best practices.

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills for resolving complex technical issues.

• Strong leadership and communication skills to guide technical discussions and collaborate with diverse teams.

• Good technical understanding of water, wastewater and WTE related control system.

• Relevant experience in design and site work for water, wastewater treatment and WTE works.

• Highly motivated and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Required to work full-time at the project site in Tuas South, 5.5 days per week.