Senior Engineer (Hardware Systems)

SEAGATE SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore is seeking an experienced electrical design engineer to lead system-level engineering consultations and oversee prototype developments. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 7 years of experience in electrical design and automation systems. Proficiency in CAD tools and strong knowledge of industrial sensors and safety standards are essential. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in electrical design and automation systems.
• Strong familiarity with industrial sensors, actuators, and motor control systems.
• Proficient in CAD tools for schematic and layout design.
• Experience in sustaining and lifecycle management of legacy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead system-level engineering consultation for test equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure design feasibility.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical Circuit Design

Control Systems

Troubleshooting & Testing

Safety Standards

Programming

Pneumatics Systems

Communication

Project Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

About the role - you will:

• Lead system-level engineering consultation for existing and future test equipment, covering areas such as Electrical/Electronics design, PCBA designs, equipment inter-connect and wiring architectures.
• Develop schematics, wiring diagram and system-level architecture using CAD tools
• Perform detailed component selection, system integration, and design verification.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, debugging, and product qualification.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and alignment with project goals.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and certification requirements (e.g., UL, CE, ISO).
• Drive root-cause analysis and resolution of electrical issues during development and in-field support.
• Contribute to documentation including specifications, test plans, and user manuals.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, tools, and best practices to bring innovation to the team.

About you:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in electrical design and automation systems, including both development and sustaining activities.
• Industrial Knowledge: Strong familiarity with industrial sensors, actuators, motor control systems, and relevant industry standards.
• Electrical Design Tools: Proficient in CAD tools for schematic and layout design (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or equivalent).
• High-Power Systems: Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in high-power electrical design, including power distribution, safety factors, cabling, load calculations, and component ratings.
• Test System Expertise: Hands-on experience working with backend test systems such as Gemini and Nimbus,
• Prototype & Build Experience: Actively involved in first machine/prototype builds, including system installation, cable routing, testing, and verification.
• Safety Compliance: Experience designing electrical systems to meet Safety SOP39 requirements, including liaison with safety personnel(Salus/TUV) for design validation and approval.
• Sustaining Engineering: Proven experience in sustaining and lifecycle management of legacy equipment, including End-of-Life (EOL) component risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Technical Skills: Skilled in operating laboratory instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters and related diagnostic tools.
• Soft Skills: Highly self-motivated, responsible, and adaptable, with a proactive “can-do” attitude and open mindset.
• Communication: Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create technical documentation, reports, and testing procedures clearly and accurately.
• Project Skills: Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and project management abilities with an emphasis on delivering quality and reliability in engineering solutions.

Your experience includes:

• Electrical Circuit Design: Skilled in creating and interpreting schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Control Systems: Knowledge of sensors, actuators, relays, encoders, motor controls, and basic PID theory.
• Troubleshooting & Testing: Experienced in diagnosing automation system issues using diagnostic tools.
• Safety Standards: Familiar with SEMI, NFPA, IEC, SOP39, and machine safety components (e-stops, safety relays, interlocks).
• Programming: Familiar with PLC and safety controller safety circuit design (ladder logic, FBD, safety logic).
• Pneumatics Systems: Understanding of solenoids, cylinders, manifolds, and valves.
• Experience leading cross-functional engineering projects.