Dy Principal/Senior/Executive Engineer (Infra Plng and Design Dept 2) - Contract

The Singapore Public Service; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Singapore Public Service, through the Waste Infrastructure and Engineering Division (WIED), seeks an Engineer Officer to help plan, develop and manage future solid waste infrastructure projects, including potential pilot carbon capture facilities aligned with SG Green Plan 2030.

You will conduct feasibility studies, coordinate approvals and funding, oversee schedules, manage procurement and supervise consultants, ensuring safety, timeliness and cost‑effectiveness across projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering required or related field with experience.
• 2–3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Knowledge of solid waste management systems and project management.
• Good written and spoken communication skills.
• Mature, independent, resourceful and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies, planning, design/financial review and formulate programme/action plans in infrastructure projects.
• Obtain planning approval and funding support.
• Plan and implement project schedules to ensure timely project execution.
• Administer procurement to select consultants/contractors, including tender documents.
• Supervise consultants/contractors and carry out site inspections for safe, timely and cost-effective development.
• Manage funding and budget planning cycles for projects.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Adaptable

Education

Degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering

Job description

What the role is

The Waste Infrastructure and Engineering Division (WIED) oversees the planning, engineering design and development of all NEA waste management infrastructure.

What you will be working on

The officer will play an active role in the planning, development and management of future solid waste management infrastructure projects including the potential pilot carbon capture facilities that will contribute towards the targets set forth under the SG Green Plan 2030. The work scope and responsibilities include the following:

• Conduct engineering feasibility studies, planning, design / financial review and formulate programme/action plans in infrastructure projects

• Obtain planning approval and funding support

• Plan and implement project schedules to ensure timely project execution

• Administer the procurement process to select and appoint project consultants and contractors, including preparation of tender documents

• Supervise consultants/contractors and carry out site inspections to ensure that the infrastructure projects are developed in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner, in compliance with the tender requirements

• Manage funding and budget planning cycles for projects

• Work and liaise with various internal and external stakeholders of projects

What we are looking for

• Degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering is preferred. Applicants with degree in other engineering fields with work experience in a related field may also be considered.

• At least 2-3 years of relevant working experience in engineering will be highly preferred.

• Knowledge in solid waste management systems, project management and review of building plans and engineering drawings would be advantageous

• A good team player with strong interpersonal skills

• Mature, independent, resourceful and highly self-motivated

• Adaptable to diverse work scopes

• Good written and spoken communication skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

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