Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer

SWIFT SEARCH GLOBAL PTE. LTD.Singaporemycareersfuturepublished 11/10/2026

Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer

Salary: Up to S$4,500 per month (Basic) Work Location: East Singapore Working Hours: Office hours, Monday to Friday

Job Description

We are seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Engineer to support engineering projects involving electrical systems, instrumentation, automation and control systems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for project coordination, technical documentation, troubleshooting, testing and commissioning, as well as PLC, HMI and SCADA system programming and modifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate engineering project activities to ensure completion within the agreed scope, schedule and budget.
  • Coordinate with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal project teams to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Perform PLC programming, configuration, modifications and troubleshooting.
  • Perform SCADA/DCS system programming, configuration, modifications and troubleshooting.
  • Support HMI programming and modifications for equipment monitoring and control.
  • Review and interpret technical drawings, including P&ID, PFD, electrical single-line diagrams, three-phase diagrams, I/O wiring diagrams and system architecture drawings.
  • Prepare technical documentation, including I/O termination lists, cable pulling lists, cost estimation lists, operation manuals and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) documentation.
  • Support electrical and instrumentation testing, troubleshooting and commissioning activities.
  • Investigate equipment faults, identify root causes and implement appropriate technical solutions.
  • Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable technical standards, project specifications and safety requirements.

Job Requirements

  • Relevant qualifications or technical experience in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
  • PLC Programming: Knowledge and practical experience in PLC programming, modifications and troubleshooting.
  • SCADA Programming: Knowledge and practical experience in SCADA programming, configuration, modifications or troubleshooting.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, instrumentation and control system technical drawings.
  • Basic proficiency in AutoCAD.
  • Basic understanding of electrical power systems, including single-phase and three-phase systems, AC/DC electrical systems and cable sizing.
  • Knowledge of electrical control and instrumentation systems, including 4–20 mA signals, 24 VDC systems, input/output signals and control wiring.
  • Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, Modbus and Profibus.
  • Ability to prepare technical documentation and use Microsoft Office applications.
  • Good communication, analytical, problem-solving and coordination skills.

Additional Advantages

  • Experience with Siemens S7, Siemens TIA Portal or Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 PLC systems.
  • Experience with Emerson DeltaV SCADA/DCS systems.
  • Familiarity with Pro-face GP-Pro EX or Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk HMI systems.
  • Experience in Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), electrical testing and commissioning.
  • Knowledge of multicore control cables, Ethernet cable types and fibre-optic cables.
  • Familiarity with applicable Singapore electrical standards, including SS 638 and IEC 60079-14.

Interested candidates please call/ WhatsApp me at 87152978 or send your resume to victor.gan@swiftsearchglobal.com Victor Gan (R1550441) Swift Search Global Pte Ltd (EA 18C9495)