Deputy Principal Engineer / Senior Engineer (WTE & Integration Department) National Environment Agency | Engineering Fixed Terms Closing on 02 Nov 2026

NLB; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Environment Agency (NEA) in Singapore invites applications for a role supporting the Integrated Waste Management Facility Phase 2 project. You will collaborate with consultants and authorities to review mechanical and process designs and to oversee construction and commissioning activities.

The position requires a degree in mechanical engineering, 2+ years in waste-to-energy or related fields, strong teamwork, and the ability to work shifts during commissioning and operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in waste-to-energy facilities or related fields.
• Candidates with 3+ years of experience in mechanical or process design in related fields (e.g., Waste, Water, Oil & Gas, Power) will be considered.
• Responsible, committed, resourceful and a good team player.
• Good interpersonal communication, presentation and writing skills.
• Able to perform shift work, including weekends and public holidays, during commissioning and operation.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate technical design submissions for mechanical equipment and process systems such as waste handling cranes, incinerators, boilers, steam turbine-generators, flue gas treatments, and ash handling.
• Oversee construction and commissioning of the IWMF Phase 2 project with consultant, agencies and authorities.
• Prepare tender documents, call and verify progress payments, and monitor budget.
• Lead a technical team to ensure safe and efficient operation of facilities during commissioning and operation.

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of a project team working closely with the appointed consultant and stakeholders on the development of the Integrated Waste Management Facility Phase 2 (IP2) – a large-scale Waste-to-Energy incineration plant.

What you will be working on:

Your main responsibilities are as follows:

• Review and evaluate technical design submissions for mechanical equipment and process systems such as waste handling cranes, incinerators, boilers, steam turbine-generators, flue gas treatments, and ash handling.
• Work closely with the consultant, relevant agencies, and authorities to oversee the construction and commissioning of IWMF Phase 2 project.
• Prepare tender documents, call and verify progress payments, and monitor budget.
• Lead a technical team to ensure safe and efficient operation of facilities when IWMF Phase 2 is in operational stage.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in waste-to-energy facilities preferred.
• Candidates with at least 3 years of experience in mechanical or process design working in other relevant fields and/or projects (i.e., Waste, Water, Oil & Gas, Power) will also be considered.
• Responsible, committed, resourceful, and a good team player.
• Good interpersonal communication, presentation and writing skills.
• Able to perform shift work, including weekends and public holidays, if required, when IWMF Phase 2 is in the commissioning and operational stage.

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About National Environment Agency

The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg