Electrical Technical Officer (Contract)

Keppel (Infrastructure Division); Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the infrastructure sector is seeking an Electrical Engineer to maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at a Waste-to-Energy plant. The role requires a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, 5 years of industrial experience, and a proactive approach towards safety and operational efficiency. This is a 2-year contract position offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on process improvement.

Qualifications

• 5 years working experience in Industrial/Process Plant.
• Interest in process or Waste-to-Energy Plant maintenance.
• Ability to commit to emergency activation beyond normal working hours.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems, including switchgears and transformers.
• Oversee power distribution systems to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules.

Skills

Meticulous

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Mindset

Team Player

Initiative

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

• Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems, including switchgears, transformers, MCCs, PLCs, and control panels.

• Oversee power distribution systems and ensure uninterrupted power to critical plant operations.

• Ensure compliance with safety and operational

• procedures.

• Maintain and calibrate instruments used for temperature, pressure, flow, and level monitoring.

• Support DCS/PLC-based automation systems and work with automation specialists for system upgrades.

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for electrical equipment.

• Diagnose faults and perform corrective maintenance to minimize downtime.

• Support in the design, planning, and implementation of electrical upgrades and plant improvement projects.

• Evaluate and recommend electrical systems or equipment to improve reliability and efficiency.

• Ensure all electrical work complies with local codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, modifications, and inspection reports.

• Participate in hazard identification and risk assessments for electrical systems.

• Support emergency troubleshooting and restore systems during outages or breakdowns.

• Coordinate with mechanical, operations, and control teams for smooth plant operation.

• Liaise with external vendors or contractors for specialized services.

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as reasonably requested by immediate supervisor or the head of the department.

Job Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

• 5 years working experience in Industrial/Process Plant

• Working knowledge of the principles and Electrical of plant equipment is essential

• Meticulous with good interpersonal and communication skills

• Have a safety mindset and participate actively in safety initiatives and events

• Good team-player with high initiative

• An interest in process or Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Plant maintenance. Must be able to get accustomed to WTE environment

• Able to commit to emergency activation need beyond normal working hours.

• This is a 2 years contract position.