Project Engineer - Substation Automation

ABB PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Singapore seeks an experienced Project Engineer to deliver design, implementation and substation automation based on ABB System 800xA, covering engineering through site commissioning.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of automation and electrical engineers, shaping SAS architecture, IEC 61850 integration and cybersecurity verification across onshore/offshore projects. Strong English communication and global stakeholder engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronic engineering or technology.
• Hands-on automation project experience in oil & gas or power sectors.
• Experience with ABB 800xA networks or other DCS platforms is an advantage.
• Familiarity with industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Profinet, IEC 61850).
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with strong English skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as technical lead for engineering, testing and commissioning of SAS.
• Review SLDs, switchgear schematics, and IED documentation per SAS architecture.
• Integrate LV/MV switchgear using Modbus, Profibus, Profinet, IEC 61850 protocols.
• Manage SAS drawings, signal/IP lists, FAT/SAT procedures and docs.
• Collaborate on factory acceptance tests and offshore commissioning.
• Participate in FAT/SAT activities, including network validation and cybersecurity testing.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Automation projects

IEC 61850

DCS systems

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics

Tools

ABB System 800xA

Modbus

Profinet

OPC UA

Cybersecurity basics

Job description

ABB is a global technology leader delivering integrated automation, electrification, and digital solutions for offshore projects.

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to deliver the design, implementation, and substation automations based on ABB system 800xA, covering the full project lifecycle from engineering and FAT through site installation, testing and commissioning.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team of automation and electrical engineers, playing a critical role indefining, designing, implementing, and commissioning the substation automation system

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as technical lead for the engineering, testing and commissioning of IEC 61850-based Electrical Substation Automation Systems (SAS).
• Reviewing single-line diagrams, switchgear schematics and IED documentation, and engineering system as per SAS architecture, signal lists and interface requirements with switchgear, protection relay, ICSS and PMS suppliers.
• Integrating LV/MV switchgear equipment using industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Profinet etc.
• Managing all engineering and test deliverables, including SAS architecture drawings, signal and IP address lists, SCD files, FAT/SAT procedures, test reports and as-built documentation.
• Collaborating on factory acceptance test at different factories, testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning at yards and offshore sites.
• Participate in FAT and SAT activities, including network validation, cybersecurity verification testing, and troubleshooting of network and security-related issues.

Required Qualifications &Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or technology with a major in Electrical or Electronics.
• Proven hands-on experience in Automation projects across Oil & Gas or power industries.
• Experience with ABB System 800xA networks or comparable DCS platforms (Honeywell, Emerson, Yokogawa) is an advantage.
• Experience with ABB 800xA with control builder, networking and cyber security principles and third-party communication using industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Profinet and IEC 61850) will be an added advantage.
• Enjoy working in a multi-cultural environment.
• Self-motivated individual with strong English communication skills, eager to build lasting relationships with customers and global stakeholders.