Principal Engineer (Integrated Waste Management Facility)

What the role is

You will be part of the technical specialists working at NEA waste management facilities including Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF) - a large-scale waste management infrastructural project, and Tuas South Incineration Plant (TSIP). The work scope and job requirements are as follows:

What you will be working on

You may be part of the project team to supervise IWMF construction progress. The work scope includes:

• To work with project consultants and key stakeholders, such as other government agencies, on the design of the various facilities in IWMF and ensure that IWMF is constructed, erected, installed in accordance with design specifications and complying with statutory requirements.
• To participate in the testing, commissioning of mechanical, process, or electrical, instrument, control and automation equipment/systems.
• To attend factory acceptance tests (FATs) at local and overseas factories to witness and verify quality and performance of major equipment/systems.

You may be part of the technical team in the operation and maintenance of TSIP. Your work scope includes:

• To lead a team of technical supervisors and specialists and coordinate maintenance work between contractors and maintenance sections to ensure the safe, smooth and efficient operations of the waste-to-energy facility.
• To implement preventive maintenance and overhaul programs for the facility's electrical and control equipment such as turbo-generators, motors, switchgears, low tension and high tension equipment, distributed control system and field instruments.
• To administer contracts for the operation and maintenance of mechanical, EICA or building services equipment.
• To enforce permit-to-work system and safe work culture including supervising contractors’ work for quality and safety.
• To formulate and prepare standard operating and safety procedures, equipment testing/changeover programmes.
• To perform shift work in a waste-to-energy facility, if needed.
• To work closely with the management of TSIP to implement initiatives on safety and continuous improvement to enhance the safety culture and standards within the plant, as well as drive projects to achieve operational excellence.

What we are looking for

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil and Structural Engineering, Chemical, Environmental Engineering).
• Preferably with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Candidates with professional certification, e.g. Professional Engineer, Steam Engineer, Licensed Electrical Worker, Workplace Safety and Health Officer, will be given preference.
• Possess good technical background and strong analytical skills. Knowledge in solid waste management would be an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, and preferably in Navisworks and Primavera P6.
• Mature, independent, resourceful, and a good team player.
• Good interpersonal communication, presentation and writing skills.
• Able to perform shift work will be advantageous.
• Able to work at construction sites and travel overseas for FATs and training.

Applicants will be updated on the status of their application within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.