Electrical Engineer / EHV / Up to $8,000 / Site based

SMATRA ENGINEERING PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SMATRA ENGINEERING PTE LTD in Singapore is seeking a Project Engineer (Civil / Electrical) to lead on-site execution for SP PowerGrid EHV cable projects. The role bridges civil deep excavation works with high-voltage installations, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely delivery.

You will coordinate site activities, review civil and electrical drawings, manage sub-contractors, obtain permits, and uphold quality standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Civil or Electrical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of site experience in local infrastructural projects.
• Experience with SPPG projects or underground utility works is advantageous.
• Familiarity with regulatory processes (LTA, PUB, NParks) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Site Coordination & Management: plan, monitor, and coordinate day-to-day site installation works for EHV cable installation.
• Interface management between civil and electrical teams for smooth handovers.
• Survey & route design: conduct cable route surveys and compile route drawings.
• Civil & infrastructure oversight: review temporary shoring, pipe jacking, HDD, cable bridges, and supports.
• Electrical work support: oversee cable laying, jointing, and drawings cross-reference.
• Safety, quality & compliance: conduct site safety inspections and incident reporting.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Deep excavation methods

High-voltage cable systems

Education

Degree/Diploma in Civil or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer / Senior Project Engineer (Civil / Electrical)

Project / Department: SPPG Extra High Voltage (EHV) Cable Projects

Location: Singapore (Site-based / Islandwide)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Engineer (Civil / Electrical)

to join our project execution team. In this role, you will be instrumental in overseeing

the SP PowerGrid& (SPPG) major Extra High Voltage (EHV) underground cable

transmission pipeline projects. You will bridge the gap between complex civil deep-

excavation/tunneling works and high-voltage electrical installations, ensuring safety,

engineering compliance, and timely project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Site Management

Site Execution: Plan, monitor, and coordinate day-to-day site installation

works performed by sub-contractors for EHV cable installation.

Interface Management: Act as the primary liaison between civil engineering

works and electrical cable jointing/laying teams to ensure smooth handovers.

Survey & Route Design: Conduct cable route surveys with clients and

relevant stakeholders, recording specific survey metrics and compiling

detailed route drawing reports.

Civil & Infrastructure Oversight

Technical Reviews: Collaborate closely with Civil subcontractor regarding

temporary shoring design, Pipe Jacking, Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD),

cable bridges, and cable support structures.

Excavation & Permits: Prepare, submit, and clear all necessary Earth Work

Permits, NPKs, and clearance requirements from relevant statutory bodies

(e.g., LTA, PUB, NParks).

Electrical Work Support

Cable Laying & Jointing: Oversee the installation, pulling, and jointing

preparation of Extra High Voltage (EHV) cables.

Drawings Verification: Read, interpret, and cross-reference single-line

diagrams, schematic layouts, and structural drawings.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

WSH Standards: Conduct regular site safety inspections, identify site

hazards, and enforce stringent Workplace Safety and Health (WSH)

standards.

Incident Management: Investigate site issues, prepare detailed

incident/progress reports, and present rectifications to the project

management team.

Job Requirements

Education: A recognized Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering or

Electrical Engineering

Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years of site experience in local infrastructural

projects. Experience dealing directly with SPPG cable projects, power

transmission systems, or underground utility works is highly advantageous.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with deep excavation methods (Pipe jacking, HDD, trenching).
• Sound understanding of high-voltage cable systems or general power distributions.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Regulatory Knowledge: Well-versed with government agency submission

processes (LTA, PUB, BCA, NParks).

Soft Skills: Excellent project coordination skills, a proactive mindset, and the

ability to work under tight site constraints.

License: A valid Singapore Class 3 driving license is preferred for site