Senior System Control Engineer: Marine Automation Lead

SEA FORREST ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine engineering company in Singapore is seeking a Senior System Control Engineer with 4–8 years of experience. The role involves leading the design and integration of marine electrical systems and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess strong skills in PLC programming and electrical system design. A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required, with experience in marine systems being a strong advantage.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in system control and industrial automation.
• Proven expertise with PLC programming and motion control.
• Experience with marine or offshore electrical systems is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and integration of marine electrical and automation systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical training within the team.
• Develop and implement PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and control logic.
• Configure and optimize VFDs, motor controllers, and motion control systems.
• Oversee system integration, testing, and troubleshooting across project phases.
• Manage and support FAT, SAT, and vessel commissioning activities.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical system design

Project execution

Mentoring skills

Motion control

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Mechatronics

Degree in Automation

Job description

A marine engineering company in Singapore is seeking a Senior System Control Engineer with 4–8 years of experience. The role involves leading the design and integration of marine electrical systems and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess strong skills in PLC programming and electrical system design. A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required, with experience in marine systems being a strong advantage.