Senior Control & Automation Engineer

ROTATING OFFSHORE SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore seeks a Senior Control & Automation Engineer with over 10 years of experience in the oil & gas sector. The ideal candidate will design control systems, develop engineering deliverables, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Proficiency in PLC programming and a degree in engineering are required. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to work on critical projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in automation systems for oil & gas, offshore, or industrial plants.
• Strong knowledge in generator synchronization and load sharing.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer control systems for various control panels.
• Develop engineering deliverables like system architecture diagrams and control schematics.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for project execution.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical design using AutoCAD/EPLAN

Control system logic

Cybersecurity compliance

Education

Degree or Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Automation Engineering

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Schneider PLC

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Senior control & Automation Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in control panel design, system integration, and automation solutions for critical equipment in the oil & gas, marine, and industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and engineer control systems for:
   • (a) Generator Control Panels (synchronization, load sharing, paralleling control
   • (b) Compressor Control Panels
   • (c) Fire Water Pump Control Systems
   • (d) Motor Control Centres (MCC) & Distribution boards
2. Develop and prepare engineering deliverables such as:
   • (a) System architecture diagrams network architecture and industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, etc.)
   • (b) General Arrangement (GA) drawings
   • (c) Control & Power Schematics
   • (d) Power distribution calculations
3. Involve in PLC/DCS programming, HMI configuration, and system FAT / SAT activities.
4. Ensure designs comply with industry standards, client specifications, and cybersecurity requirements.
5. Coordinate with cross-functional teams for procurement, panel fabrication, and site commissioning.
6. Provide technical support and troubleshooting during project execution and commissioning stages.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Automation Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in automation systems for oil & gas, offshore, or industrial plants.
• Strong knowledge in generator synchronization, load sharing, and control system logic.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / EPLAN for electrical design.
• Hands‑on experience with PLC programming (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, etc.).
• Familiarity with IEC / API / ATEX standards and cybersecurity compliance is an advantage.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Added Advantage

• Knowledge & able to do with SCADA / HMI integration / PLC programming.