Senior Control Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

Role Summary

Own the end-to-end delivery of PLC/SCADA scope—from engineering and simulation to FAT/SAT, commissioning, and handover—while leading site activities, documentation, and client communication to meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.

Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Development

• Develop PLC programs and SCADA applications; conduct office simulations prior to deployment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot existing PLC/SCADA systems.
• Prepare electrical/instrument/control cable schedules and instrument installation based on hook-up drawings.

Testing, Commissioning & Handover

• Plan and execute FAT for panels; perform on-site installation, testing, commissioning, and point-to-point checks.
• Generate test protocols, test reports, and commissioning dossiers; submit to client.
• Prepare and submit As-Built drawings with Professional Engineer (PE) endorsement.

Project Management & Coordination

• Prepare detailed work schedules, site organization charts, and manpower mobilization plans.
• Lead day-to-day site activities; assign tasks, coordinate tools/materials, and supervise technicians.
• Verify and approve project technicians' timesheets.
• Attend weekly client progress meetings and internal meetings; present progress and risks.
• Produce daily/weekly progress reports and minutes of meeting.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Prepare MSRA/Method Statements for all work activities and ensure compliance with QHSE/WSH requirements.
• Submit material catalogues/samples; arrange RTO inspections, site inspections, and testing per customer requirements.

Commercial & Pre-Sales Support

• Prepare BOQs and quotations for new tenders and additional works/VOs.

Client Support

• Provide remote/phone support for urgent site issues; coordinate swift fault resolution and escalation.

Technical Scope

• Apply strong working knowledge across Electrical systems, BMS, Process Instrumentation, and Fire Alarm interfaces.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Electrical/Mechatronics/Control & Automation or equivalent.
• Hands-on PLC/SCADA engineering, FAT/SAT, and commissioning experience.
• Proficient with instrumentation, control wiring practices, and reading P&IDs/loop diagrams.
• Strong documentation skills (reports, O&M manuals, MSRA, as-builts).
• Effective stakeholder communication and team leadership at site.

KPIs / Deliverables

• Zero LTI and full compliance with MSRA/WSH requirements.
• On-time FAT/SAT completion and system handover.
• Defect closure within agreed SLAs.
• Complete documentation set (test reports, O&M, as-builts with PE).
• Cost/variation control and accurate weekly reporting.

Why Join the PLC/SCADA & Automation Field in Singapore?
1. High-Demand & Future-Proof Career

• Automation and smart systems are at the heart of Singapore's Smart Nation vision.
• With industries like MRT/LRT, Water Treatment, Semiconductor, Pharma, Hospitals, and Green Buildings expanding, skilled engineers are in constant demand.
• Job security is strong as automation is critical for national infrastructure.

2. Attractive Salary & Progression

• Engineers in automation earn above-average pay compared to other electrical/mechanical fields.
• Clear career paths: Senior Engineer → Project Manager → Technical/Business Leader.
• Opportunity to take on leadership roles early by handling projects worth Million dollars.

3. Exposure to Cutting-Edge Technology

• Hands-on work with Siemens, Schneider, ABB, Rockwell PLCs, advanced SCADA platforms, and IoT/AI-based solutions.
• Opportunities to integrate Smart Building, Smart Utilities, AI Chiller Optimization, Smart Transport Systems, and more.

4. National Impact & Pride

• Work on projects that directly impact Singapore's infrastructure:
  
  – MRT & LRT Lines
  
  – Hospitals & Research Labs
  
  – Smart Buildings and Green Energy systems
• Every project contributes to Singapore's safety, sustainability, and progress.

5. International Opportunities

• Singapore-trained automation engineers are highly valued worldwide.
• Chance to travel for FAT/SAT, training, and overseas projects.

6. Dynamic Work Environment

• Balance of office-based engineering and on-site commissioning.
• Mix of technical problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork.
• No boring routine — each project is unique, from water plants to metro lines.

Tell employers what skills you have

Factory
FDA
Asbuilt Drawings
Hardware
Technology Transfer
Electrical
MS Project
PLC
SCADA
Equipment Qualification
Process Optimization
Manufacturing
Six Sigma
Commissioning

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