Senior Engineer, Hardware

SICK PRODUCT CENTER ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider in Singapore is seeking an Electrical Engineer to drive the design and maintenance of electrical systems for advanced automation solutions. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of experience interfacing sensors and actuators, a strong understanding of electrical schematics, and excellent communication skills. This role requires initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering, or related field.
• 4-5 years of experience in interfacing sensors and actuators.
• Ability to comprehend electrical/electronic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and maintenance of electrical systems for automation solutions.
• Drive innovation in production testing to improve efficiency.
• Oversee commissioning of test equipment ensuring compliance.

Skills

Electrical schematic comprehension

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Education

Degree/Diploma in Electrical/Electronics or Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and maintenance of electrical systems for advanced automation solutions used in production and test equipment, ensuring reliability, scalability, and compliance with industry standards.
• Drive innovation in production testing by developing new concepts and optimizing existing systems to improve efficiency, accuracy, and throughput.
• Translate R&D test requirements into comprehensive technical specifications for suppliers, ensuring clarity and alignment with project goals.
• Evaluate and approve supplier proposals, covering control systems, electrical architecture, and mechanical integration, ensuring robust and cost-effective solutions.
• Develop and implement security concepts for test equipment, focusing on data integrity, access control, and system safety.
• Oversee commissioning and qualification of test equipment in production environments, ensuring readiness for volume manufacturing and compliance with quality standards.
• Act as a key interface between R&D, production teams, and external suppliers, facilitating effective communication and alignment across stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain calibration and maintenance documentation, ensuring long-term equipment reliability and traceability.
• Coordinate procurement activities for operating equipment, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery and compliance with specifications.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical/Electronics, Mechatronics Engineering, or any other related field
• Professional experience in the production environment is an advantage
• Able to comprehend electrical/electronic schematic and mechanical 2D/3D drawing is a must and ability to create will be an added advantage.
• Minimally 4-5 years of relevant experience in interfacing sensors, actuators, measurement equipment with digital and analog I/O modules, PLC, PC, etc.
• Experience of working with stepper and servo motor control is an added advantage
• Good knowledge of common industrial communication protocols such as RS232, Modbus, Ethernet, ProfiNet, etc.
• Able to work independently and in a team and take initiative when required
• Strong communication skills and good team player
• Interest in interdisciplinary issues and strong affinity for technical topics