Electrical Engineer / EHV / Up to $8,000 / Site based
Job Title: Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer (Civil / Electrical) Project / Department: SPPG Extra High Voltage (EHV) Cable Projects Location: Singapore (Site-based / Islandwide) About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Engineer (Civil / Electrical) to join our project execution team. In this role, you will be instrumental in overseeing the SP PowerGrid& (SPPG) major Extra High Voltage (EHV) underground cable transmission pipeline projects. You will bridge the gap between complex civil deep- excavation/tunneling works and high-voltage electrical installations, ensuring safety, engineering compliance, and timely project delivery.
Key Responsibilities Project Coordination & Site Management Site Execution: Plan, monitor, and coordinate day-to-day site installation works performed by sub-contractors for EHV cable installation. Interface Management: Act as the primary liaison between civil engineering works and electrical cable jointing/laying teams to ensure smooth handovers. Survey & Route Design: Conduct cable route surveys with clients and relevant stakeholders, recording specific survey metrics and compiling detailed route drawing reports. Civil & Infrastructure Oversight Technical Reviews: Collaborate closely with Civil subcontractor regarding temporary shoring design, Pipe Jacking, Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), cable bridges, and cable support structures. Excavation & Permits: Prepare, submit, and clear all necessary Earth Work Permits, NPKs, and clearance requirements from relevant statutory bodies (e.g., LTA, PUB, NParks). Electrical Work Support Cable Laying & Jointing: Oversee the installation, pulling, and jointing preparation of Extra High Voltage (EHV) cables. Drawings Verification: Read, interpret, and cross-reference single-line diagrams, schematic layouts, and structural drawings.
Safety, Quality & Compliance WSH Standards: Conduct regular site safety inspections, identify site hazards, and enforce stringent Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) standards. Incident Management: Investigate site issues, prepare detailed incident/progress reports, and present rectifications to the project management team.
Job Requirements Education: A recognized Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or Electrical Engineering Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years of site experience in local infrastructural projects. Experience dealing directly with SPPG cable projects, power transmission systems, or underground utility works is highly advantageous. Technical Skills: o Familiarity with deep excavation methods (Pipe jacking, HDD, trenching). o Sound understanding of high-voltage cable systems or general power distributions. o Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. Regulatory Knowledge: Well-versed with government agency submission processes (LTA, PUB, BCA, NParks). Soft Skills: Excellent project coordination skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work under tight site constraints. License: A valid Singapore Class 3 driving license is preferred for site