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PLC Engineer

SingaporeOn-siteFull-time

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PLC Engineer at Vanderlande supporting low-level control and PLC systems for airport baggage handling at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1, diagnosing faults, programming PLCs, and coordinating with engineering teams.

About this role

Job Title

PLC Engineer

Job Description

PLC Engineer | Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1, Singapore | Full-time | On-site |

At Vanderlande, a global leader in airport baggage handling and automation solutions, we ensure critical systems run safely and efficiently. As a PLC Engineer, you will be the person who minimizes system downtime by diagnosing and resolving control system issues, ensuring operational continuity at one of the world's leading airports.

Your role

As a PLC Engineer, you will report to the Operations & Maintenance Manager and be based at Singapore Changi Airport Terminal 1. Working in a highly automated operational environment, you will support, troubleshoot, and continuously improve low-level control and PLC systems to maintain optimal system performance and reliability.

What you will do

  • Provide support for Low-Level Control (LLC) systems and PLC-related issues raised by the Operations & Maintenance team.

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and rectify PLC and control system faults within tight operational deadlines.

  • Program, maintain, and repair:

  • Sensors

  • Scanners

  • Visualization systems

  • Motors

  • Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

  • Encoders

  • Coordinate control system design activities with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders.

  • Perform root cause analysis on control system failures and operational incidents.

  • Prepare incident summaries, technical reports, and recommendations as required.

  • Collaborate with the Vanderlande Global Service Desk to resolve complex incidents and technical challenges.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives through enhancements to existing software and hardware control systems.

  • Conduct technical training and orientation sessions for Vanderlande employees and external users.

  • Support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of airport baggage handling systems

What you bring

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related discipline.

Experience

  • 3 to 6 years of relevant experience within the automation or industrial control systems industry.

Hands-on experience with Operational Technology (OT) systems and Siemens PLCs during commissioning, installation, testing, and debugging activities.

  • Experience within airport baggage handling systems (BHS) is considered a strong advantage.

  • Experience working in an international or multicultural environment is preferred.

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in:

  • Siemens S7 Programming

  • TIA Portal

  • Distributed Safety Systems

  • RSLogix

  • OMRON PLCs

  • Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols and troubleshooting methodologies.

  • Knowledge of:

  • ControlNet

  • Profibus

  • Profinet

  • AS-i Bus

  • Working knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

  • Strong diagnostic, fault-finding, and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Ready to apply?

    Are you interested in this position? Apply directly via our careers page with your CV. Questions about this role? Contact: reshma.shaikh@vanderlande.com

    Diversity & Inclusion

    Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Skills

AS-i BusControlNetDistributed Safety SystemsEncodersMotorsOmron PLCsOperational Technology (OT)ProfibusProfinetRSLogixScannersSensorsSiemens S7 ProgrammingTIA PortalVariable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

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