Digital & Automation Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 24, 2026.
Job Description
Location: Seletar, Singapore
Only candidates with the legal right to work in Singapore will be considered. Please note that applicants without this eligibility will not be considered.
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Digital & Automation Engineer to join our team in Singapore. This role is responsible for executing tasks on the development & roll-out of digital technologies meant for improving the performance of integrated processes for our global factories and sites.
To provide knowledge, expertise and guidance in factory automation. Good experience in industrial robotic, digital solutions & system integration.
Key Accountabilities
- Devise, deploy, and oversee the in-house Industrial Internet-of-Things (IIoT) platform (PTC Kepware, PTC ThingWorx, Siemens Insights Hub, Siemens Mendix, Microsoft Azure)
- Lead, develop and deploy IIoT and Artificial Intelligence (AI) pipelines in the production environment (Computer vision, Equipment Health and Process Health Monitoring)
- Integrate real-time data from sensors, IIoT devices, and other sources into IIoT platform.
- Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of data
- Facilitate IT/OT integrations (PLC, Edge Devices, IoT Platform, Maximo, SAP, MES, etc)
- Work with engineers, product owners and end-users to develop and deploy IIoT solutions with the right business goals.
- Communicate insights and findings to stakeholders, making complex concepts accessible to non-technical team members.
- Project manage & ensure that projects meet deadlines, stay within budget, and adhere to quality standards.
- Actively participate in roadmapping and strategy development activities for the overall IIoT workstream with key stakeholders
Key Experiences and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree, Master's in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficient in IIoT Platforms, specifically with expertise in PTC Kepware/ThingWorx, Siemens Insights Hub/ Mendix and Microsoft Azure
- Experience with OT/IT integration including PLCs, OPC UA, MQTT, Industrial communication protocols, MES/ERP systems.
- Technical proficiency and experience in programming languages (JavaScript, SQL, etc) Knowledgeable in DevOps, IIoT, AI and advanced factory automation.
- An ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking to a range of technical problems.
- Knowledgeable & some experience in Project management requirements & standards.
Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.