Senior LCS & SCADA Automation Engineer

evolution recruitment solutions pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

evolution recruitment solutions pte. ltd. seeks an experienced LCS/SCADA Engineer to support automation system implementation, integration, and maintenance in a high-tech manufacturing setting in Singapore.

The role collaborates with IT, OT, engineering, operations and vendors to ensure secure, reliable and efficient production operations. You will design and deploy LCS/SCADA, PLCs and HMIs; integrate with MES/APS/AMHS; manage Windows/Linux systems; and lead commissioning, documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Automation, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience working with LCS, SCADA, PLC, and industrial automation systems.
• Experience in semiconductor or high-tech manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, control systems, instrumentation, HMI configuration, data historians, and reporting tools.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for ing, data queries, and automation logic.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, Modbus RTU/TCP, RS422/485, SECS/GEM, and CC-Link IE.
• Experience with system architecture, integration, site testing, and commissioning.
• Understanding of manufacturing systems such as MES, APS, and AMHS.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Experience delivering automation systems for greenfield factories or start-up manufacturing facilities.
• Exposure to Industry 4.0/5.0, smart factory technologies, and Industrial IoT (IIoT).
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or OpenShift.
• Knowledge of robotics, predictive maintenance, and industrial cybersecurity.
• Experience developing preventive maintenance strategies and disaster recovery procedures.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, configure, and maintain Line Control Systems (LCS), SCADA platforms, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Integrate production equipment and factory systems with MES, APS, and automated material handling systems (AMHS).
• Support system architecture design, equipment installation, commissioning, and site acceptance testing.
• Develop monitoring dashboards, alarms, and reports to track system performance and production downtime.
• Manage Windows Server, Linux, and relevant real-time operating systems supporting industrial automation.
• Deploy containerized applications using Docker and manage Kubernetes or OpenShift environments where required.
• Maintain system availability, backups, disaster recovery capabilities, and configuration management.
• Coordinate system upgrades, security patching, and preventive maintenance while minimizing production disruptions.
• Participate in new factory and greenfield automation projects, from planning and vendor coordination through deployment and commissioning.
• Support vendor selection, project scoping, and implementation activities.
• Develop technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials for operations and maintenance teams.
• Troubleshoot LCS, SCADA, PLC, and industrial communication issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive measures.
• Improve system reliability, automation efficiency, operational safety, and manufacturing performance.
• Provide technical guidance and support to engineers, operators, and maintenance teams.
• Implement security controls across IT and OT environments, including access management, network segmentation, firewalls, and system hardening.
• Support security assessments, audits, and risk mitigation activities.
• Maintain alignment with relevant industrial cybersecurity and manufacturing standards, including IEC 62443, ISO 27001, and applicable IEC, SEMI, UL, and CE requirements.

Skills

Python

SQL

PLC programming

HMI configuration

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Automation, Computer Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Job description

evolution recruitment solutions pte. ltd. seeks an experienced LCS/SCADA Engineer to support automation system implementation, integration, and maintenance in a high-tech manufacturing setting in Singapore.

The role collaborates with IT, OT, engineering, operations and vendors to ensure secure, reliable and efficient production operations. You will design and deploy LCS/SCADA, PLCs and HMIs; integrate with MES/APS/AMHS; manage Windows/Linux systems; and lead commissioning, documentation, and