Electrical & Automation Manager

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Electrical & Automation Manager to lead electrical engineering, industrial automation, controls integration, and maintenance operations across our projects and facilities. The successful candidate will oversee system reliability, commissioning activities, PLC/SCADA integration, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage electrical and automation engineering activities for projects and operations.

• Oversee design, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical and automation systems.

• Manage PLC, SCADA, HMI, industrial networking, and control systems integration.

• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis for electrical and automation faults.

• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

• Continuous improvement on default system programming and innovations in new functionality.

• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical standards, safety regulations, and company procedures.

• Prepare and review technical documentation, method statements, FAT/SAT reports, and commissioning records.

• Monitor project schedules, budgets, risks, and resource planning.

• Drive preventive maintenance and reliability improvement programs.

• Lead and mentor engineering and technical teams.

• Support cybersecurity and network segmentation practices for industrial control systems where applicable.

• Perform other duties as and when assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.

• Minimum 5-10 years of relevant experience in electrical and industrial automation environments.

• Strong knowledge of:

  • PLC systems (e.g. Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric)

  • SCADA/HMI systems

  • Industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, OPC, BACnet, etc.)

  • LV electrical systems and control panels

• Experience in commissioning, troubleshooting, and system integration.

• Familiarity with airport systems, manufacturing plants, logistics systems, or industrial facilities is an advantage.

• Strong leadership, communication, and project coordination skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Willing to travel overseas

Preferred Skills

• Experience with:

  • Industrial cybersecurity

  • Network infrastructure for OT systems

  • Preventive and predictive maintenance systems

  • Energy management systems

  • FAT/SAT and site commissioning

• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.

Other Information:

• Work location: Changi Airport

• 5 days work week

• Opportunities for overseas deployment