Industrial Automation Project Lead

Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) seeks an expert in automated manufacturing to lead OT roadmap initiatives and drive scalable automation across plants. You will partner with site automation teams, accelerate projects, and define IT/OT governance, while delivering secure, data-driven improvements.

The role requires 10+ years in automation controls, strong leadership, and PM experience, with proficiency in Excel, Tableau, and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of Automation Controls work experience.
• 8+ years of engineering experience in an industrial environment.
• 5+ years of project management experience.
• 5+ years of automation experience.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with accelerated sites and squads.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel, Tableau, and Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation OT roadmap innovation discussions and benchmark emerging and innovative OT automation technologies.
• Manage activities related to OT and automation across sites.
• Define infrastructure and network architecture requirements together with other areas of the company, aiming to achieve segregation between IT and OT networks.
• Support integration and data communication across various network layers while following applicable cybersecurity protocols.
• Explore and implement new ways to automate systems.
• Design and test automation equipment and processes.
• Support the definition of wireless OT networks and communication protocols required to ensure connectivity.
• Work with process historians, enabling communications and data collection for deeper analysis.
• Work with different communication protocols (e.g., Profibus, OPC UA and DA, Profinet, etc.).
• Support the monitoring of projects involving ICs and Industry 4.0 updates.
• Work together with industrial and IT teams to deliver scalable and secure solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project management

Automation experience

OT/IT integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Automation/Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) seeks an expert in automated manufacturing to lead OT roadmap initiatives and drive scalable automation across plants. You will partner with site automation teams, accelerate projects, and define IT/OT governance, while delivering secure, data-driven improvements.

The role requires 10+ years in automation controls, strong leadership, and PM experience, with proficiency in Excel, Tableau, and Power BI.