Field Application Engineer (Software) - Choa Chu Kang

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Field Application Engineer (Software)!

Are you a skilled and motivated individual with a passion for solving complex technical challenges? Do you want to be part of a growing company delivering cutting-edge solutions? NICA Technologies is seeking a talented Field Application Engineer (Software) to join our team and make a real impact on exciting turnkey engineering solutions in the field of consumer electronics manufacturing.

This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your technical expertise and contribute to the success of our innovative projects while working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Analyze client requirements and coordinate projects with various stakeholders, from technical discussions and project scheduling to execution and commissioning.
• On-Site Technical Support: Provide expert troubleshooting and propose the best solutions for our clients.
• Preventive Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance to ensure top performance of equipment.
• Client Consultation: Collaborate with internal and external teams to recommend improvement projects on software upgrades for existing equipment to update to the latest industrial needs and enhance performance.
• Installation & Emergency Support: Support for on-site installations, breakdowns, and servicing needs.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with various teams to ensure exceptional after-sales support for our clients.
• Problem-Solving: Use your technical expertise to diagnose and resolve complex issues efficiently.
• Additional Tasks: Perform ad-hoc duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Relevant certifications in PLC and SCADA systems are a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Strong experience in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, OMRON, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi).
• Hands-on experience with SCADA software (e.g., Wonderware, Ignition, GE iFix).
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and OPC.
• Knowledge of control system architecture, automation, and process control.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

• Minimum of [3] years of hands-on experience with PLC and SCADA programming in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in troubleshooting and optimizing existing systems.
• Previous involvement in system integration projects is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with process automation and control system engineering best practices.

• Willingness to travel globally to customer sites for commissioning and troubleshooting tasks as needed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards in automation systems.