Principal Electrical Engineer: Reliability, Projects & Growth

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS); Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS) is seeking a Principal Engineer for Electrical Operations & Reliability in Singapore. The role leads electrical systems SME activities, drives reliability programs, and manages capital projects from design through commissioning in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

You will mentor engineering teams, set engineering standards, and coordinate with safety, environment, and energy teams to optimize infrastructure and sustainability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of facilities or electrical engineering experience.
• Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data centre, or other critical manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of HV/LV electrical systems, UPS, generators, and power distribution.
• Proven track record leading complex electrical projects and reliability programs.
• Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Singapore Certified Energy Manager (SCEM).

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical upgrade and expansion projects from design through commissioning.
• Manage consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Review engineering designs, technical specifications, and construction documentation.
• Support fab expansion, capacity upgrades, and new tool installations.
• Conduct load studies, short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, and arc flash assessments.
• Develop long-term electrical infrastructure plans aligned with manufacturing growth.
• Serve as site SME for electrical systems and provide technical leadership.
• Establish engineering standards and best practices.
• Lead critical troubleshooting and strategic infrastructure planning.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore electrical, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop and maintain LOTO, emergency response, and electrical safety procedures.
• Support audits, inspections, and risk assessments.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Monitor utility performance and implement optimization programs.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Facilities management

Project management

Leadership

Mentoring

Energy management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Vanguard International Semiconductor Corporation (VIS) is seeking a Principal Engineer for Electrical Operations & Reliability in Singapore. The role leads electrical systems SME activities, drives reliability programs, and manages capital projects from design through commissioning in a semiconductor manufacturing environment.

You will mentor engineering teams, set engineering standards, and coordinate with safety, environment, and energy teams to optimize infrastructure and sustainability