Electrical Commissioning Engineer

NES GLOBAL PTE. LTD.

Singapore

On-site

SGD 67,000 - 100,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

NES GLOBAL PTE. LTD. seeks an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer for the Tuas, Singapore IWMF project. The role focuses on testing, commissioning, troubleshooting and energisation of LV, MV and HV switchgear and related power distribution equipment.

The candidate will read SLDs and electrical drawings, perform functional checks, and coordinate with engineers, contractors and vendors on site. 1-year contract, on-site, with shuttle buses provided.

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Hands-on experience in electrical testing and commissioning.
Practical experience with LV, MV and/or HV switchgear.

Responsibilities

Perform testing, inspection, pre-commissioning and commissioning for LV, MV and HV switchgear.
Conduct functional testing of switchgear, panels, circuit breakers and related equipment.
Support energisation, shutdown, start-up and commissioning activities on site.
Perform insulation resistance, continuity and other commissioning tests.
Read and interpret SLDs, schematics and electrical drawings to verify installations.

Skills

Electrical testing & commissioning

LV/MV/HV switchgear

Reading SLDs & diagrams

Troubleshooting & fault-finding

Site coordination & communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or diploma

Job description

Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Switchgear

Location: Tuas, Singapore – IWMF Project
Employment Type: 1-Year Contract
Working Days: Monday to Friday, 5-day work week
Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Transport: Shuttle bus provided

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Switchgear to support commissioning activities for a major infrastructure project located in Tuas, Singapore.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing, commissioning, troubleshooting and energisation of electrical switchgear and associated power distribution equipment. Candidates should possess strong hands‑on experience working with LV, MV and/or HV switchgear systems and be comfortable supporting commissioning activities in a project/site environment.

This is a 1-year contract position based at the Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF) project in Tuas.

Key Responsibilities

Perform testing, inspection, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for LV, MV and/or HV switchgear systems.
Conduct functional testing and verification of switchboards, switchgear panels, circuit breakers and associated electrical equipment.
Support switchgear energisation, shutdown, start-up and commissioning activities.
Perform electrical testing including insulation resistance, continuity, contact resistance and other applicable commissioning tests.
Conduct functional checks of circuit breakers, protection systems, interlocks, control circuits, trip circuits and indication circuits.
Verify electrical equipment installation against approved drawings, specifications, schematics and project requirements.
Read and interpret single-line diagrams (SLD), electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, control diagrams and technical drawings.
Perform troubleshooting and fault-finding on switchgear, control circuits and associated electrical systems during commissioning.
Identify commissioning issues and coordinate with engineering, construction, vendors and other project stakeholders to resolve technical problems.
Support testing and commissioning of associated equipment such as transformers, protection relays, electrical panels, MCCs and power distribution systems, where applicable.
Coordinate with switchgear manufacturers/vendors and subcontractors during site testing and commissioning.
Witness and/or participate in Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) and other project-specific testing activities.
Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation including test reports, checklists, punch lists, commissioning records and technical reports.
Ensure commissioning activities are completed according to approved procedures, method statements and project schedules.
Ensure all activities comply with project Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) requirements.
Participate in toolbox meetings, risk assessments and site coordination meetings when required.
Support the rectification and closure of electrical commissioning punch-list items.
Provide technical support during system handover and final acceptance.

Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Power Engineering or a related discipline.
Relevant hands‑on experience in electrical testing and commissioning.
Practical experience working with LV, MV and/or HV switchgear is essential.
Candidates with experience commissioning equipment from major switchgear manufacturers such as ABB, Siemens, Schneider Electric, Hitachi Energy, Mitsubishi Electric, Eaton, GE or equivalent manufacturers will be advantageous.
Good understanding of electrical power distribution systems and switchgear operating principles.
Familiarity with circuit breakers, protection relays, switchboards, control circuits, interlocking systems and electrical protection schemes.
Ability to read and understand SLDs, schematics, wiring diagrams and electrical drawings.
Hands‑on troubleshooting and fault‑finding capability is required.
Experience with electrical testing equipment and commissioning tools will be advantageous.
Previous experience working on power plants, substations, utilities, industrial plants, waste‑to‑energy facilities, data centres, infrastructure projects or other large‑scale electrical projects will be advantageous.
Experience working in an active construction, commissioning or plant environment is preferred.
Strong understanding of electrical safety and safe working practices.
Able to coordinate effectively with engineers, contractors, vendors and project stakeholders.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary commissioning team.
Willing and able to work on‑site in Tuas, Singapore for the duration of the project.