Assistant Engineer, R160A

SMRT Trains Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SMRT Trains Ltd in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Engineer to support project execution in railway environments. You will coordinate installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities, with a focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across stations, trackside, and control centres.

You should hold a Diploma in engineering or a NITEC with 8+ years railway/E&M experience. Responsibilities include PTW/Permit-to-Access, track access coordination, site surveys, and managing

Qualifications

• Diploma in relevant engineering discipline or NITEC with >8 years railway and/or E&M experience.
• Experience in railway environments is preferred.
• Ability to coordinate installation, testing and handover activities.

Responsibilities

• Apply and manage Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Permit-to-Access.
• PM/PIC for track access.
• Attend site surveys and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Serve as POC for installation works, including trackside cable laying.
• Act as POC for Testing & Commissioning (T&C) in stations, OCC, and BOCC.
• Serve as POC for decommissioning activities.
• Verify as-built and final drawings at site.
• Support equipment handover to Maintenance.
• RFI inspection and follow-up on rectification works.
• Able to perform night shift.

Skills

Safety & compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Site management

Problem solving

Documentation

Education

Diploma in Engineering

NITEC in Engineering

Job description

Company description

SMRT Trains Ltd was incorporated in 1987 and operates Singapore's first mass rapid transit system. Today, we manage and operate train services on the North-South Line, East-West Line, the Circle Line, the Thomson-East Coast Line, and the Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit. With over 5,000 employees, more than 250 trains, and 141 km of rail tracks across 108 stations, we serve millions of commuters daily. We have set our core values to be Integrity, Service & Safety and Excellence. SMRT is committed to provide safe, reliable and comfortable service for our commuters.

Job description

Job Purpose

The Assistant Engineer is responsible for supporting project execution works within railway environments, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and coordinating installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders across stations, trackside, and control centres.

Responsibilities

Assistant Engineer duties and responsibilities are as listed below. Note that the list is not exhaustive. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned to meet organisation needs.

• Apply and manage Permit-to-Work (PTW) and Permit-to-Access
• PM/PIC for track access
• Attend site surveys and ensure compliance with SMRT safety procedures
• Serve as POC for installation works, including trackside cable laying
• Act as POC for Testing & Commissioning (T&C) works in stations, OCC, and BOCC
• Serve as POC for decommissioning activities
• Verify as-built and final drawings at site
• Support equipment handover to Maintenance
• RFI inspection by Assisting in defect inspections and follow up on rectification works
• Able to perform night shift

Qualifications & Work Experience

• Diploma in relevant engineering discipline, or NITEC in relevant engineering discipline with > 8 years railway and/or E&M experience

Skills

• Strong attention to safety and compliance
• Good stakeholder coordination skills
• Problem-solving and site management ability
• Detail-oriented in documentation verification