Lead Engineer / Engineer, Drug Detection, Automation Solutions, CNPMC

HTX is the world’s first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore’s frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team’s advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth. In this post, you will drive the conceptualisation and implementation of Operational Technology (OT) automation solutions across Home Team Departments (HTDs), focusing on use cases supporting corrections, narcotics enforcement, and rehabilitation operations. The role aims to enhance operational effectiveness, improve officer safety, and achieve manpower savings through the adoption of innovative and practical technologies.

Responsibilities • Support or lead projects for the adoption of ready S&T or translation of proof-of-concept (POC) initiatives to deliver systems for operational deployment. • Plan and manage project timelines, payment milestones, budgets and deliverables to ensure successful implementation and operationalisation. • Develop technical specifications and documentation, including drafting contractual terms. • Manage vendors and stakeholders to ensure solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and to required quality standards. • Engage HTDs to understand requirements and facilitate discussions for strategic planning and decision-making on automation roadmaps. • Manage post-deployment sustainment and ensure solutions remain effective and relevant to evolving operational needs. • Conceptualise and work with vendors to develop innovative automation solutions by integrating existing technologies to address HTD operational requirements. Ensure alignment with operational objectives by leading a POC project.

Job requirements • Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related S&T disciplines required; candidates with deep expertise in the areas of robotics / automation, OT-ICT integration, drug detection should provide relevant references of past work in these areas for added consideration • Preferably 5 – 8 years of relevant working experience in OT automation, engineering, OT-ICT integration or related domains in project or technical management roles. • Strong ability to conceptualise and deliver innovative, feasible, and impactful solutions to operational challenges. • Strong fundamentals and interest in science, technology and innovation; self-driven in keeping up with latest developments and willingness to challenge the norms • Good project management skills, including planning, coordination, and execution of projects involving multiple stakeholders. Experience in managing capability sustainment should be indicated. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment. • Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills across a diverse range of stakeholders. Preferred / Advantageous • Knowledge or experience in OT-ICT integration and systems interoperability. • Familiarity with government procurement processes and policies. • Familiarity with Singapore Government’s Information Technology and Smart Systems (ICT&SS) policies (e.g. IM8) #LI-FK1