Project Engineer

VASSCO ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VASSCO ENGINEERING PTE. LTD. seeks a versatile Project Engineer to lead end-to-end execution of civil infrastructure and mechanical/process plant works in Singapore. You will bridge design intent, field construction, equipment erection and QA.

Hands-on piping, heavy lifting, structural/piping erection and system testing are essential, with the ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary subcontractors and engage with high-profile stakeholders to drive milestones and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3 years of site execution and project engineering experience in oil & petrochemical industries.
• Immediate availability or within 5 days; own transport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily site operations to meet milestones per design specs and Singapore regulations.
• Develop and review method statements, lifting plans, rigging studies, SWPs, and risk assessments.
• Plan and supervise hydrostatic tests, leak tests, and pre-commissioning activities.
• Manage project baseline schedules, budgets, materials, and subcontractors.
• Lead weekly technical progress meetings with clients and consultants.

Skills

CAD/engineering software

FEA & modeling

MS Office

Leadership & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

STRAND7

ANSYS

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a versatile, results‑driven Project Engineer to manage the end‑to‑end execution of complex civil infrastructure and mechanical/process plant works. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will serve as the primary engineering link between design intent, field construction, equipment erection, and quality assurance.

This role demands a strong hands‑on background in piping works, heavy lifting procedures, structural/piping erection, and system testing, alongside the leadership skills to manage multi‑disciplinary subcontractors and coordinate with high‑profile project stakeholders.

Detailed Key Responsibilities

1. Site Execution & Construction Supervision
   • Direct daily site operations to ensure milestones are executed according to approved design specifications, technical standards, and Singapore regulatory requirements.
   • Supervise piping fabrication, spool installation, equipment tie‑ins, and trench pipeline rehabilitation works.
   • Act as the immediate technical problem‑solver on site, troubleshooting constructability issues, engineering clashes, and design interface conflicts.
2. Technical Documentation, Planning & Submissions
   • Develop comprehensive, project‑specific Method Statements (e.g., equipment erection sequences, relocation plans, segment lifting).
   • Prepare and review detailed Lifting Plans, Rigging Studies, Safe Work Procedures, and Risk Assessments (RA).
   • Manage the material quantity procurement process, prepare technical material submissions, and monitor delivery schedules against project milestones.
3. Testing, Inspection & QA/QC Coordination
   • Partner closely with the Quality Control (QC) team to ensure material inspection clearances, non‑destructive testing (NDT), and fit‑up checks are performed before handover.
   • Plan and supervise hydrostatic pressure testing (hydrotests), leak tests, and mechanical pre‑commissioning activities.
   • Coordinate running and performance tests on critical equipment (e.g., compressor sets, dynamic test systems).
4. Project Scheduling, Budgeting & Resource Management
   • Establish and monitor detailed project baseline schedules, tracking look‑ahead plans and critical paths.
   • Track site budget allocations, monitor material usage, and minimize scrap or unnecessary variations.
   • Supervise and coordinate site supervisors, foremen, direct rigging/piping labor, and specialized third‑party subcontractors.
5. Client, Authority & Stakeholder Relations
   • Lead and document weekly technical progress meetings with clients, consultants.
   • Collaborate with international specialist technology vendors and foreign technical partners on specialized installation techniques.

Candidate Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.
• Experience: 3 years of site execution and project engineering experience in oil & petrochemical industries.
• Availability: Immediate or within 5 days. Candidate with own transport is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • Solid command of CAD/engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD).
  • Working knowledge of FEA and modeling platforms (e.g., SolidWorks, Strand7, ANSYS) is strongly preferred.
  • Proficient in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Project/Access) for progress tracking and documentation registers.
• Certifications & Training (Advantageous):
  • Formal Project Management credentials (e.g., PMP) or project management course completion.
  • Certification in Construction Productivity Enhancement (BCA Academy) or relevant WSH/Safe Lifting certificates.
• Competencies: Strong interpersonal leadership, decisive site‑level analytical thinking, and effective communication skills across all workforce tiers.