Project Engineer (Control & Automation)

Kuok Group Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuok Group Singapore is seeking a Project Engineer to bridge simulation, control systems, and hardware for ongoing R&D programs in maritime technology. You will contribute to hardware-in-the-loop environments, validate shipboard components, and advance automation strategies across platforms.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, real-time integration of sensors/actuators, and building scalable test frameworks to support new business opportunities in a fast-moving R&D setting.

Qualifications

• Background in control systems, automation, mechatronics, or electrical engineering.
• Minimal 2 years of work experience with programming (e.g., Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Familiarity with industrial automation or PLC systems.
• Interest in system testing, simulation environments, and hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments to test and validate shipboard components, control strategies, and automation systems for emerging maritime technologies.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and industrial controllers with HIL test platforms
• Build automated test cases to validate system performance and fault scenarios
• Support new business opportunities by development of testing platforms and translation into operational tools or commercial services

Skills

Control systems

Automation

Mechatronics

Electrical engineering

Python

C/C++

MATLAB/Simulink

Industrial PLCs

Education

Bachelor's in Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Python

C/C++

MATLAB/Simulink

HIL platforms

Job description

Company description:

Located at the heart of Asia, Kuok Group Singapore (KGSg) is a dynamic, diversified conglomerate with global reach and established brands in the digital infrastructure, maritime and real estate sectors.

Our businesses include the digital infrastructure business of K2 Strategic, maritime entities such as POSH, PCL, and PaxOcean, which together form part of Kuok Maritime Group, and the real estate business of Allgreen Properties.

At KGSg, we nurture young talent through mentorship, leadership development, and cross-functional exposure, offering diverse career pathways and global opportunities across our businesses.

Explore your future with KGSg today!

Job description:

Job Summary

The Project Engineer will be building new concepts and bridging simulation, control systems, and hardware to help the R&D Team develop and validate new solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environments to test and validate shipboard components, control strategies, and automation systems for emerging maritime technologies.
• Integrate sensors, actuators, and industrial controllers with HIL test platforms
• Build automated test cases to validate system performance and fault scenarios
• Support new business opportunities by development of testing platforms and translation into operational tools or commercial services

Key Requirements

• Background in control systems, automation, mechatronics, or electrical engineering
• Minimal 2 years of work experience with programming (e.g., Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink)
• Familiarity with industrial automation or PLC systems
• Interest in system testing, simulation environments, and hardware integration
• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work in a fast-moving R&D environment
• Preferably with experience in engineering product development, digital twins, or real-time simulation of marine vessel dynamics

Education

Bachelors in Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering