Electrical/Automation Engineer

Sumitomo (SHI) Cyclo Drive Asia Pacific Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Regional exposure

Career progression

Training support

Team environment

Job summary

Sumitomo (SHI) Cyclo Drive Asia Pacific Pte Ltd in Singapore seeks an experienced Automation/Control System Engineer to join our engineering team.

You will design, develop, program, test and commission Electrical Control Systems, MCCs, PLC, HMI/SCADA and BAS for industrial and infrastructure projects across Singapore and the Southeast Asia region, coordinating with customers, project managers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in electrical control system design and industrial automation projects.
• Proven experience with PLC-based control systems, VFDs, instrumentation and industrial networking.
• Strong knowledge of IEC Standards and Singapore Standards.
• LEW licence and PMP certification advantageous.
• Willingness to travel within Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical control systems, MCCs, VFD panels, PLC systems, HMI/SCADA and power distribution equipment.
• Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA applications for automation systems.
• Configure industrial networks including Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, BACnet and MQTT.
• Perform equipment selection, sizing calculations and prepare specifications.
• Produce diagrams, schematics, layouts, cables, I/O lists and specs using AutoCAD.
• Conduct FAT, SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting and optimization.
• Liaise with customers, consultants, contractors and vendors.
• Provide technical support, training and documentation.

Skills

PLC control

VFD control

Industrial networking

Project management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Mechatronics background

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Autodesk AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Automation/Control System Engineer to join our growing engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, programming, testing, and commissioning of Electrical Control Systems, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), PLC, HMI/SCADA systems, and Building Automation Solutions (BAS) for industrial and infrastructure projects across Singapore and the Southeast Asia region. The role involves close collaboration with customers, project managers, system integrators, and suppliers from project concept through commissioning and after-sales support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical control systems, MCCs, VFD panels, PLC systems, HMI/SCADA systems, power distribution equipment and instrumentation systems.

• Develop PLC, HMI and SCADA applications for industrial and building automation systems.

• Configure industrial communication networks including Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, BACnet and MQTT.

• Perform equipment selection, sizing calculations and preparation of technical specifications.

• Produce single-line diagrams, control schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, I/O lists and functional specifications using AutoCAD Electrical or Autodesk AutoCAD.

• Conduct FAT, SAT, commissioning, troubleshooting and performance optimization.

• Liaise with customers, consultants, contractors and vendors regarding project requirements.

• Provide technical support, training and documentation.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or Trade based equivalent.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical control system design and industrial automation projects.

• Proven experience in PLC-based control systems, VFDs, instrumentation and industrial networking.

• Strong knowledge of IEC Standards, Singapore Standards (SS) and electrical safety requirements.

• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS), HVAC controls and Energy Management Systems preferred.

• Experience in water and wastewater treatment plants, food and beverage manufacturing, and material handling systems preferred.

• LEW licence (Singapore) and/or PMP certification advantageous.

• Good communication, project management and troubleshooting skills.

• Willingness to travel within Singapore and Southeast Asia.
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Regional project exposure across Southeast Asia.

• Career progression opportunities.

• Professional training and certification support.

• Collaborative and supportive engineering environment.