Electrical commissioning Engineer

U SQUARE ENGINEERING & SERVICES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to oversee the commissioning of electrical systems for various projects. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of hands-on experience in power plants or large infrastructure projects and possess strong leadership and technical skills. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and supervising commissioning tasks while ensuring compliance with regulations. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to travel to project sites.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on commissioning experience in relevant projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise commissioning of electrical systems.
• Prepare and maintain commissioning documentation.
• Manage and guide commissioning technicians during testing.

Skills

Electrical systems testing

Commissioning experience

Leadership skills

Technical document interpretation

Education

Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Testing tools

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineer to carry out programming, testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical systems for our projects. The role requires strong technical expertise, hands-on commissioning experience, and leadership skills to ensure systems are delivered safely, on time, and in full compliance with project and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and supervise commissioning of electrical systems (22kV switchgear, transformers, protection relays, hipot, and related equipment).
• Prepare, review, and maintain all commissioning documentation, including client submissions.
• Supervise and monitor defined test procedures, start-up sequences, reliability runs, and performance tests.
• Oversee functional and operational tests to prepare equipment for first start-up.
• Manage and guide commissioning technicians during live equipment testing, ensuring strict adherence to safety.
• Ensure QA/QC integration within commissioning processes and procedures.
• Witness and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) with contractors as required.
• Prepare inspection reports, certificates, progress reports, and site correspondence.
• Liaise with client QA/QC and testing teams to ensure smooth execution.
• Generate MSCRs (Maintenance System Change Requests) during project handover.
• Ensure commissioning acceptance criteria align with design specifications and client requirements.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the Commissioning Manager.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of hands-on commissioning experience in power plants, substations, industrial, or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems testing and commissioning tools.
• Familiarity with international standards (IEC, IEEE, NEC) and safety procedures.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Good leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and work at project sites.