Project Engineer (Automation & Controls System)

UNITED PERSONNEL SERVICES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personnel services provider in Singapore is seeking a candidate to lead a team of engineers and manage the design and development of control systems for industrial applications. The ideal applicant will possess strong electrical design knowledge and programming skills, particularly in PLC and DCS systems. This role involves both local and overseas project support, promising a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in electrical design principles and process control fundamentals.
• Familiar with control systems like PLC, DCS, or PC-based automation platforms.
• Knowledge of common programming languages and networking fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of engineers and technicians.
• Oversee the design and development of electrical panels and control systems.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and on-site commissioning.

Skills

Electrical design principles

Control systems knowledge (PLC, DCS)

Programming (C#, Python, C++)

Tools

HMI/SCADA software

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Emerson

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise a team of engineers and technicians in delivering control system solutions for various industrial applications.
• Oversee the design and development of electrical panels, control system architecture, and wiring schematics.
• Prepare and maintain process documentation such as P&IDs and related technical drawings.
• Develop and configure control systems, including programmable logic controllers (PLC), distributed control systems (DCS), and related automation software.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and on-site commissioning to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide technical support and maintenance for control system installations, both locally and overseas.

Requirements:

• Strong foundation in electrical design principles and process control fundamentals
• Familiar with control systems such as PLC, DCS, DDC, or PC-based automation platforms
• Working knowledge of automation platforms (e.g. Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Emerson, etc.)
• Proficient in programming and configuration of PLCs
• Experience with HMI/SCADA software such as Wonderware, Intellution, or OSIsoft is an advantage
• Knowledge of common programming languages (e.g. C#, Python, C++) and networking fundamentals

We are an equal opportunities employer.