Senior Engineer (Automation & IT)

National University Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a technical expert for automation and IT systems. This role involves overseeing maintenance, leading projects, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in engineering and a strong understanding of automation technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience with a diploma or 5 years with a degree.
• Experience in managing contractors in cGMP facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Custodian for automation-related systems and drafting SOPs.
• Leading maintenance and service contracts execution.
• Supporting Capex improvement projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Diploma in Engineering/IT

Degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC

SCADA

SQL

Job description

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Institution: National University Hospital

Overview

Provision of technical and administrative ownership for site automation/IT equipment, systems, and related matters pertaining to routine operations, maintenance, and minor projects.

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the following:

1. Custodian and technical stewardship for automation-related systems
2. Drafting, review, and approval of SOPs, WPs, and other quality-related documents for automation
3. Leading CMs and PMs for automation, functional level IT, and AV systems, including building management system, environment management system, fire alarm system, security system, IT systems supporting these systems, and AV systems
4. Ensuring maintenance and service contracts are executed as per requirements; establishing regular review points with external contractors to continually improve processes and performance
5. Supporting maintenance shutdown activities
6. Serving as SME for automation and functional level IT systems during regulatory inspections
7. Leading/supporting Capex improvement projects
8. Human and financial resource planning
9. Leading/supporting EHS best practices

Requirements

• Diploma in an engineering/IT discipline with minimum 8 years of working experience or a degree in an engineering discipline with minimum 5 years of experience.

• Well-versed in PLC and SCADA platforms like Allen Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, and Schneider.

• Familiar with automation protocols such as Modbus RTU/TCP, Profibus DP/PA, Profinet, SQL, OPC, etc.

• Working knowledge of computer networks.

• Up-to-date with technology and market trends for Automation & IT.

• Some experience working with integrated AV systems.

• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, fast-paced environment with minimal guidance.

• Prior experience leading teams and leveraging cross-functional support with fewer direct reports.

• Experience managing internal and external stakeholders.

• At least 3 years of relevant experience managing contractors in cGMP facility operations.

• Experience in cGMP requirements is preferred.

• Willingness to learn, self-starter, and committed to continuous improvement.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.