Senior Automation Engineer (System Design / PLC / SCADA / HMI) - #1094714

SINGAPOREANS ONLY

Mon - Fri 8am - 6pm

PLC Programming, UI

AWS + VB

Responsibilities:

• Define and develop the complete automation system architecture, ensuring seamless integration of software, hardware, and communication networks.

• Collaborate with design, mechanical, and electrical engineers to establish system specifications, functional requirements, and performance benchmarks.

• Develop system layouts and flowcharts to visualize automation processes, control logic, and data flow between components.

• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, such as AI, IoT, and cloud computing, to enhance automation capabilities.

• Conduct risk assessments and failure mode analysis (FMEA) to ensure system reliability and safety compliance.

• Develop PLC, SCADA, HMI, and robotic programming logic tailored to specific machine functions and customer requirements.

• Develop and integrate industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT) to ensure reliable data exchange between automation components.

• Implement connectivity between PLCs, SCADA systems, cloud platforms, and enterprise IT systems (ERP, MES).

• Utilize simulation tools, software-in-the-loop (SIL) techniques or industry standard approaches to validate automation system performance before deployment.

• Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and on-site commissioning to ensure smooth integration with production lines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field

• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in industrial automation - system design, software development, and solution integration

• Strong knowledge on industrial automation system design

• Strong expertise in PLC programming (Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff, Omron, etc.).

• Proficiency in SCADA/HMI systems (Wonderware, Ignition, WinCC, etc.).

• Experience with robotic programming (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or similar).

• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT).

• Familiarity with database systems (SQL, NoSQL) and software development languages (Python, C#, C++, Java, Visual Basic, or similar).

• Experience in machine vision and AI-based automation solutions.

• Knowledge of IoT and cloud-based industrial automation (AWS, Azure, Edge Computing).

• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Industry 4.0 principles.

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