Lead Engineer/Engineer, Drug Detection, Automation Solutions, CNPMC

HTX (Home Team Science & Technology Agency); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HTX is Singapore's world-class Science and Technology agency that pioneers OT automation for homeland security. This role drives conceptualisation and implementation of OT automation solutions and oversees sustainment across Home Team departments, with a focus on corrections, narcotics enforcement, and rehabilitation operations.

You will oversee project planning, vendor engagement, and strategic discussions on automation roadmaps, ensuring systems are compliant and available while delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor/tertiary qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related S&T disciplines.
• 3–5 years of OT automation, OT-ICT integration or related experience in project, O&S or technical management roles.
• Ability to conceptualise and deliver innovative, feasible solutions to operational challenges.
• Strong interest in science, technology and innovation with willingness to keep up with developments.
• Experience in project management and capability sustainment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support projects adopting ready S&T or translation of POC initiatives for deployment.
• Plan and manage timelines, milestones, budgets and deliverables.
• Develop technical specifications and draft contractual terms.
• Manage vendors and stakeholders to meet quality and deadlines.
• Engage HTDs to understand requirements and plan automation roadmaps.
• Collaborate with vendors to create innovative automation solutions.
• Oversee post-deployment sustainment and maintenance for continuity.

Skills

Project management

OT automation

Stakeholder engagement

Robotics

OT-ICT integration

Interoperability

Communication

Procurement policy

Teamwork

Education

Tertiary qualification in Engineering, CS, IT or related S&T

Job description

What The Role Is

HTX is the world’s first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore’s frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team’s advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth. In this post, you will drive the conceptualisation and implementation of Operational Technology (OT) automation solutions as well as oversee capability sustainment of deployed systems in the Operations and Support (O&S) phase across Home Team Departments (HTDs), focusing on use cases supporting corrections, narcotics enforcement, and rehabilitation operations. The role aims to enhance operational effectiveness, improve officer safety, and achieve manpower savings through the adoption of innovative and practical technologies. In addition, you will also ensure that systems continue to meet operational, availability and compliance requirements and provide the required support to maintain smooth Home Team operations. The Corrections & Narcotics Programme Management Centre (CNPMC) works closely with the Singapore Prison Service (SPS) and Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), supporting their visions to be “Captains of Lives” and for “A Singapore Without Drugs, where everyone can work, live and play safely”. CNPMC leverages science and technology to enforce the secure custody and rehabilitation of offenders, and to prevent the proliferation of drug-related activities.

What You Will Be Working On

• Support or lead projects for the adoption of ready S&T or translation of proof-of-concept (POC) or conduct of POC initiatives to deliver systems with view towards operational deployment.
• Plan and manage project timelines, payment milestones, budgets and deliverables to ensure successful implementation and operationalisation.
• Develop technical specifications and documentation, including drafting contractual terms.
• Manage vendors and stakeholders to ensure solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and to required quality standards.
• Engage HTDs to understand requirements and facilitate discussions for strategic planning and decision-making on automation roadmaps.
• Conceptualise and work with vendors to develop innovative automation solutions by integrating existing technologies to address HTD operational requirements.
• Manage post-deployment sustainment, ensuring vendors deliver timely maintenance and recovery support to uphold operational continuity and keep solutions effective, compliant, and fit for evolving business and policy needs.

What We Are Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related S&T disciplines required; candidates with deep expertise in the areas of robotics / automation, OT-ICT integration, drug detection should provide relevant references of past work in these areas for added consideration
• Preferably 3 – 5 years of relevant working experience in OT automation, engineering, OT-ICT integration or related domains in project, O&S or technical management roles.
• Strong ability to conceptualise and deliver innovative, feasible, and impactful solutions to operational challenges.
• Strong fundamentals and interest in science, technology and innovation; self-driven in keeping up with latest developments and willingness to challenge the norms
• Good project management skills, including planning, coordination, and execution of projects involving multiple stakeholders. Experience in managing capability sustainment should be indicated.
• Good knowledge and skills for the tasks required for post-deployment sustainment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills across a diverse range of stakeholders.

Preferred / Advantageous

• Knowledge or experience in OT-ICT integration and systems interoperability.
• Familiarity with government procurement processes and policies.
• Familiarity with Singapore Government’s Information Technology and Smart Systems (ICT&SS) policies (e.g. IM8)

All new appointees are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure overtime, based on performance.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

All shortlisted applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement.