System Control Engineer

SEA FORREST ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A marine engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a System Control Engineer to join their solution engineering team. This hands-on role involves designing and integrating electrical and automation systems for green vessels. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in industrial automation, a degree in a related field, and a willingness to learn. The position offers opportunities in the fast-evolving marine electrification sector.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in industrial automation or control engineering.
• Basic experience with PLC programming and electrical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with marine systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of vessel electrical and automation systems.
• Support PLC programming and configuration of control systems.
• Participate in factory acceptance tests and vessel commissioning.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Education

Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

We are seeking for a System Control Engineer (1–3 years’ experience) to join our solution engineering team. This is a hands-on role involving the design, development, and integration of electrical and automation systems for green vessels. The ideal candidate will have strong fundamentals in industrial automation and be eager to learn and grow in the fast-evolving marine electrification sector.

• Assist in the design and development of vessel electrical and automation systems.
• Prepare, interpret, and update electrical drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Support PLC programming, configuration of VFDs, motor controllers, and motion control systems.
• Work with breakers, contactors, and control panels to support system integration.
• Participate in factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), and vessel commissioning.
• Troubleshoot system issues under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with class, safety, and quality standards.
• Ad-hoc tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in industrial automation or control engineering.
• Basic experience with PLC programming and electrical troubleshooting.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with marine systems is an advantage.