PLC Software Engineer (Automation Industry)

Matrix Automation Solutions Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Automation Solutions Pte Ltd seeks a Senior Software Engineer to develop and refine software for automated machinery and robotic systems across manufacturing, packaging, electronics, and more. You will collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers, project managers, and clients to deliver high-performance automation systems that meet safety, efficiency, and reliability standards.

You will lead control design efforts, program PLC/SCADA/HMI systems, and guide a team through testing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering or higher with electrical/industrial automation focus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in automation/industrial controls.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and SCADA/HMI software.
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus.
• Experience with project documentation and site testing/commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Liaise on control design and process flow from concept to design, configuration & programming.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC and HMI/SCADA programs.
• Troubleshoot electrical/software issues with assembly/debug team.
• Lead and coach the control/electrical team.
• Oversee project documentation for new/refurbished projects.
• Perform testing & commissioning on-site, including overseas when required.
• Coordinate resources to meet project timelines.
• Travel locally and overseas as needed.
• Support IT, OT, IQ/OQ/PQ for new projects.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Fast-paced work

Organized

Clear communication

Education

Diploma or higher

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic or Computer/Telecommunication

Professional degree

Tools

Siemens PLC

OMRON PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

WinCC HMI

SCADA systems

MES system

Industrial networks

Job description

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Senior Software Engineer to join our automation engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, and refining software systems for automated machinery and robotic solutions used in industry, manufacturing, packaging, electronics, and more. You will work closely with mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and project managers to deliver high-performance automation systems that meet rigorous standards for safety, efficiency, and reliability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Liaise with internal & external on control design and process flow. Implementation of SCADA/PLC/DCS projects from concept to design, configuration & programming, testing and commissioning for process plants.

• Developing and troubleshooting PLC & HMI/ SCADA program

• Troubleshoot electrical design and software issues together with assembly/debug team.

• Lead and provide coaching, supervise, make sound decisions and guide to Control Engineer and electrical team.

• Working knowledge of Ethernet, Profinet, ProfibusDP ,Profibus PA, Modbus communication

• Hands on experience but not limit on SIEMENS, OMRON, ALLEN BRADLEY PLC & WINCC HMI or other SCADA systems is essential.

• Oversee the preparation of project documentation for new and refurbish projects.

• Able to carry out testing & commissioning at project site independently locally as well overseas.

• Arrange resources to support project and service team to meet the required timeline

• Occasionally travel local & oversea is required

• Assist and arrange support on IT,OT, IQ,OQ, PQ for new project

• Other duties as assigned by the Management

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma, Advanced/Higher/Graduate Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Post Graduate Diploma, Professional Degree, Engineering (Electrical/Electronic), Engineering (Computer/Telecommunication) or equivalent

• At least 5 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position

• Must have knowledge in computer systems, and high-level knowledge of software applications on PLC’s, vision control system with preferable experience in integrated manufacturing systems

• Must have high level knowledge of Industrial Networks architectures (Ethernet IP, Control Net & Profibus)

• Experience of working on an MES system will be a bonus

• Knowledge of machine control systems

• Good inter personal skills.

• Detail-oriented for understanding complex systems and the ability to pay attention to details, as a minor error can result in major problems.

• Ability to function in a fast-paced work environment

• Well organized and respectful of project deadlines

• Ability to communicate in an open, clear, precise and effective manner with customers, peers and all levels of management

• Have good knowledge of industry accepted good automated manufacturing practices (GAMP) and validation process (is an advantage)

• Organizational skills for keeping track of project budgets, employees and schedules simultaneously.

• Can speak and write in English