Project Engineer

Nordmann Singapore Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical supplier company in Singapore seeks a Project Engineer to drive engineering projects and integrate sustainability practices. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, 2-3 years of experience in process engineering, and strong skills in communication and problem-solving. You will manage projects from concept to commissioning while ensuring compliance with environmental standards, collaborating with stakeholders, and optimizing processes for efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• 2 – 3 years of experience in process engineering and project management within the chemical, petrochemical, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience with process safety management, energy efficiency projects, or waste minimization.

Responsibilities

• Execute and manage engineering projects from concept through commissioning.
• Evaluate existing systems and propose improvements or replacements.
• Analyse, design, and optimize chemical processes.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and apply problem-solving tools.

Skills

Environmental Science

Engineering Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Data Analysis

Project Management

Communication

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field

Job description

Nordmann Singapore is a leading supplier of chemicals to the contact lens industry. In conjunction with ambitious plans for the growth of the business we also have a strong focus on sustainability. We are seeking a Project Engineer with a solid background in Chemical and Process Engineering and a working knowledge of sustainability frameworks. This role focuses on leading engineering projects, driving process improvements, and integrating sustainable practices into design and operations.

Project Engineer Job Description:

As Project Engineer, you will:

• Execute and manage engineering projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring alignment with technical, budgetary, and timeline goals.
• Evaluate existing systems and propose improvements or replacements.
• Analyse, design, and optimize chemical processes to improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance.
• Support cross-functional collaboration with relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery and compliance.
• Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including P&IDs, process flow diagrams, risk assessments, and sustainability impact reports.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and apply structured problem‑solving tools to resolve technical and operational issues.

Qualifications

To excel as a Project Engineer, you’ll typically need the following qualifications:

1. Education:
   • A bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field is essential.
2. Skills and Knowledge:
   • Environmental Science: Fundamental understanding of environmental principles, including pollution control, waste management, and ecosystem health.
   • Engineering Skills: Proficiency in using engineering software, conducting analyses, and designing systems.
   • Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with local regulations and permits. Familiarity with sustainability frameworks and environmental compliance standards is an advantage.
   • Data Analysis: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to make informed decisions.
   • Project Management: Skills to oversee projects from planning to execution.
3. Experience:
   • 2 – 3 years of experience in process engineering and project management within the chemical, petrochemical, or manufacturing sectors.
   • Experience with process safety management, energy efficiency projects, or waste minimization.
4. Soft Skills:
   • Communication: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
   • Problem-Solving: Ability to address complex environmental challenges.
   • Collaboration: Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Nordmann is a family company headquartered in Hamburg, Germany engaged mainly in the distribution of chemicals around the world. As part of the Nordmann Singapore team you join a small but highly lucrative and ambitious team, with a flat organisation structure. Your success in this role will be pivotal to the ambitions of the organisation that we achieve best in class status for sustainability compared to our competitors and larger multinational chemical companies.