Power Protection Specialist Engineer

GE VERNOVA INTERNATIONAL LLC Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm in Singapore seeks an experienced professional for a critical role involving protection relay systems. The position demands a minimum of 10 years' experience, offshore commissioning on Petrobras FPSO projects, and proficiency with specialized test equipment. The successful candidate will troubleshoot complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with IEC standards and NR regulations. This role offers exciting challenges in high-pressure environments, contributing to vital electrical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• On-site commissioning experience of Petrobras FPSO projects required.
• Hands-on experience with specialized test devices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Configure, test, and commission protection relay systems for electrical networks.
• Conduct functional testing compliant with IEC 61850 standards.
• Perform offshore commissioning on Petrobras FPSO projects.
• Troubleshoot electrical generation and distribution systems.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Megger Contact Resistance Tester

Insulation Resistance Tester

Vebko AMT205

Omicron CMC356 Test Kit

Tan Delta Testing Kits

SFRA Testing Kit

Power Quality Measurement Kits

UR series protection relays

F650 protection relays

P80 / RXi PLC

Cisco switches

Hirschmann switches

Ruggedcom switches

Job description

Job Summary

The role requires strong theoretical and hands‑on expertise in protection relay systems, including configuration, functional testing, and integration with IEC 61850 standards and NR regulations in high‑voltage environments. It also demands offshore commissioning experience on Petrobras FPSO projects, with proven ability to troubleshoot and validate complex electrical generation and distribution systems. Proficiency in using a wide range of specialized test equipment and working with multi‑brand protection relays and SCADA systems is critical to ensuring reliability and regulatory compliance.

Job Responsibilities

• Configure, test, and commission protection relay systems for high‑voltage electrical networks.
• Conduct functional and integration testing in compliance with IEC 61850 standards and NR regulations.
• Perform offshore commissioning activities on Petrobras FPSO projects, ensuring system reliability and compliance.
• Troubleshoot and validate electrical generation and distribution systems.
• Operate specialized test equipment and handle multi‑brand protection relays and SCADA systems.
• Collaborate with project teams to maintain regulatory compliance and achieve project objectives.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Essential to have on‑site commissioning experience of Petrobras FPSO projects.
• Essential to have hands‑on experience with special test devices Megger Contact Resistance and Insulation Resistance Tester, Vebko AMT205 and Omicron CMC356 Test Kit, Tan Delta Testing Kits, SFRA Testing Kit, Power Quality Measurement Kits.
• Experience with special equipment such as protection relays: UR, F650, series 3 and 8 (GE), PLC: P80 / RXi (GE), SAGE (Cepel), switches: Cisco, Hirschmann, Ruggedcom is essential.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in offshore and high‑pressure environments.