[PUB-WSP] Exec/Sr Engineer (IC), Tuas, Tuas South Desal Plant

PUB, The National Water Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PUB, The National Water Agency, Singapore, seeks an Engineer/Senior Engineer (Instrumentation, Control and Automation) to support ICA systems at water treatment facilities and deployment at installations.

Responsibilities include leading maintenance of ICA equipment, implementing ICA projects, managing assets and contracts, and addressing breakdowns, with emphasis on cybersecurity compliance and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Electronic, Instrumentation & Control or Automation.
• Senior positions may be considered with relevant experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, analysers, SCADA, PLCs, automation or OT cybersecurity is a plus.
• Exposure to programming (Python) and SCADA platforms (Ignition) or cybersecurity certs is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan and implement maintenance activities for ICA equipment to ensure reliability.
• Support or implement analyser, instrumentation, SCADA, PLC, control systems and automation projects.
• Manage ICA assets, spares, lifecycle replacements and maintenance contracts.
• Attend to troubleshooting and breakdown maintenance, after-hours as needed.
• Support OT cybersecurity compliance for ICA and control systems, incl. audits and rectifications.
• Prepare quotations and tenders for ICA maintenance and upgrades.
• Stay updated on new technologies to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal teams, site operations, consultants, contractors and vendors.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree (Electrical/Electronic/Instrumentation & Control/Automation)

Tools

Ignition SCADA

Siemens PLC

Schneider/Mitsubishi/ABB PLCs

Python

Job description

What the role is:

As an Engineer / Senior Engineer (Instrumentation, Control and Automation), you will support the operation, maintenance, upgrading and implementation of ICA systems for water treatment facilities. You will be considered for deployment at one of the installations.

What you will be working on:

Your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead, plan and implement maintenance activities for Instrument, Control and Automation (ICA) equipment to ensure their reliability in supporting operational requirements
• Support or implement analyser, instrumentation, SCADA, PLC, control system, smart technology and automation projects
• Manage ICA assets, spares, lifecycle replacement needs and related maintenance contracts
• Attend to troubleshooting and breakdown maintenance for ICA systems, including after-office-hour support where operationally required
• Support OT cybersecurity compliance for ICA and control systems, including audits, vulnerability rectification and cybersecurity requirements for new projects or system upgrades
• Plan, prepare and call quotations and tenders for ICA maintenance, replacement, upgrading and improvement works
• Keep abreast of new technologies and industry best practices to improve reliability, maintainability, productivity and operational efficiency
• Work closely with internal departments, plant operations teams, consultants, contractors, vendors and relevant stakeholders to execute maintenance, projects and improvement initiatives

What we are looking for:

Degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical, Electronic, Computer, Instrumentation & Control, Automation, or a related engineering discipline.

Candidates with relevant working experience may be considered for senior positions.

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and driven and able to work independently as well as in a team

Knowledge or experience in instrumentation, analysers, SCADA, PLC, automation, control systems or OT cybersecurity will be an advantage.

Exposure to Programming language such as Python, SCADA platforms such as Ignition, Siemens or ABB; PLC systems such as Schneider, Siemens, Mitsubishi or ABB; or cybersecurity knowledge/certifications such as CompTIA, CISSP or equivalent will be an added advantage.

Work Location: Tuas Desalination Plant/ Tuas South Desalination Plant, Lower Seletar Waterworks.

About PUB, The National Water Agency

PUB is an organisation that is recognised internationally for good water management. PUB won the 2007 Stockholm Industry Water Award and was named Water Agency of the Year 2006 in the international Global Water Awards. In 2008, PUB was awarded the Singapore Quality Award for business excellence. NEWater, Singapore's high-quality reclaimed water, also clinched the 'Environmental Contribution of the Year' at the Global Water Awards 2008. At PUB, the national water agency, you will enjoy opportunities to build a clear future for the water industry.