Engineer - Senior Principal Engineer (System Stability and Planning Department)

Energy Market Authority (EMA); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Market Authority (EMA) in Singapore seeks professionals with engineering background to support system stability and planning. You will review transmission plans, conduct system studies, and ensure compliance of generators and facilities with regulatory rules.

The role involves coordinating registration processes and updating SOPs to ISO standards, requiring independent work and strong teamwork. Ideal candidates have knowledge in power plant operations, natural gas systems, and gas flow

Qualifications

• Relevant background or specialization in Engineering studies.
• Knowledge of power plant operations and natural gas systems is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Review licensees' Ten-Year Transmission Network Development Plans against criteria.
• Perform system studies for impacts of new power plants or consumer installations.
• Review power plant performance for regulatory compliance and witness testing.
• Conduct studies on electricity and gas interdependency for network resilience.
• Review technical requirements for facilities providing ancillary services.
• Conduct technical reviews of proposed facilities for EMC's procurement.
• Review facility registrations for participation in NEMS and Market Rules.
• Update SOPs and processes to align with ISO requirements.
• Oversee all phases of facility registration, coordinating with stakeholders.

Skills

Engineering background

Power plant ops

Gas system ops

Gas flow analysis

Gas system simulation

Independent worker

Team player

Education

Engineering studies

Job description

What the role is

System Stability & Planning Department (SSPD), under the Power System Operation Division, is responsible for ensuring the medium- to long-term security, stability, and reliability of Singapore's electricity and natural gas systems. The department conducts system studies and planning assessments to ensure that future energy demand can be met reliably and securely.

What the role is

System Stability & Planning Department (SSPD), under the Power System Operation Division, is responsible for ensuring the medium- to long-term security, stability, and reliability of Singapore's electricity and natural gas systems. The department conducts system studies and planning assessments to ensure that future energy demand can be met reliably and securely.

What you will be working on

• Review and assess licensees' proposed Ten-Year Transmission Network Development Plans against planning criteria to ensure the secure and reliable operation of the electricity and natural gas systems.
• Perform system studies to assess the impact on the electricity and gas systems arising from new proposed power plants or consumer installations connected to the network.
• Review power plant performance to ensure compliance with technical regulatory requirements, including on-site witnessing of generator testing.
• Conduct studies on electricity and gas interdependency to ensure sufficient survival time for the gas network, as well as the security and stability of the power system.
• Regularly review technical requirements for facilities providing ancillary services to maintain the security and stability of the power system.
• Conduct technical reviews of proposed facilities that may provide ancillary services through EMC's procurement process.
• Review facility registrations for participation in NEMS and ensure compliance with Market Rules and the System Operation Manual.
• Review and update department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work processes to ensure alignment with ISO requirements and continuous quality system improvement.
• Oversee and coordinate all phases of the facility registration process, engaging stakeholders to ensure timely and compliant registration.

What we are looking for

• Relevant background or specialization in Engineering studies.
• The following knowledge/experience will be advantageous: power plant operations, natural gas system operations, natural gas flow analysis, and gas system simulation.
• A responsible team player with a positive working attitude, initiative, and the ability to work independently.