Senior Engineer / Project Lead – Automation

IC PRO OG TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation engineering company in Singapore is seeking a Lead Engineer or Senior Engineer to oversee Industrial Automation and Digitalization projects across several industries. The ideal candidate has 6-10 years of experience in industrial automation, strong troubleshooting skills, and expertise in PLC/DCS programming. This role requires excellent communication and leadership abilities, with a willingness to travel as needed for project execution.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in industrial automation.
• Strong knowledge of automation technologies specific to Pharma, Oil & Gas industries.
• Experience in diagnosing problems in PLC/DCS systems, SCADA/HMI applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage medium to large-scale automation projects.
• Develop and implement automation solutions using PLC/DCS programming.
• Collaborate with the project team to resolve technical challenges.

Skills

Industrial automation experience

Troubleshooting electrical systems

PLC/DCS programming

SCADA/HMI applications

Electrical control circuits

Excellent communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Instrumentation, Computer Science, Mechatronics)

Tools

PLC/DCS software (Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Honeywell)

SCADA/HMI software (Wonderware/AVEVA, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Ignition)

Job description

Job Description: We are looking for a Lead Engineer or Senior Engineer to oversee Industrial Automation and Digitalization projects across the Oil & Gas, Pharma, and Chemical industries. This role requires a strong background in Electrical, Instrumentation, and Automation disciplines, along with substantial hands‑on experience in various automation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage medium to large‑scale automation projects from concept to completion.
• Develop and implement automation solutions using PLC/DCS programming software (Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Honeywell).
• Program and integrate SCADA/HMI applications (Wonderware/AVEVA, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Ignition).
• Utilize batch management solutions and historian software effectively.
• Collaborate with the project team to address technical challenges during installation and commissioning phases.
• Implement OPC interface software products as part of automation solutions.
• Design electrical control panel and MCC panel schematics.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Prepare design and development documentation related to projects.
• Conduct Hardware and Software Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) with clients.
• Oversee field installation, commissioning, and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Work on‑site at client premises as required for project execution

Profile Requirements

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in industrial automation.
• Strong knowledge of automation technologies specific to Pharma, Oil & Gas industries is an advantage.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in automation and electrical systems, with a proven ability to resolve complex issues efficiently.
• Experience in diagnosing problems in PLC/DCS systems, SCADA/HMI applications, and electrical control circuits.
• Diploma or Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Instrumentation, Computer Science, Mechatronics).
• Collaborate with the project team to address technical challenges during installation and commissioning phases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to travel locally and internationally including offshore Oil & Gas facility for project implementation and meetings.
• Be a leader and develop strong project execution team with distributed team in Singapore and overseas
• A willingness to learn and a growth mindset.

If you have a passion for automation and possess the qualifications we seek, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team!