Project Engineer (Railway Power System)

CHINA RAILWAY ELECTRIFICATION ENGINEERING GROUP CO., LTD. (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is looking for a Project Engineer to oversee ongoing metro power supply projects. This role involves managing design and installation activities, conducting site supervision, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and strong technical skills in substation systems. This position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive and negotiable salary package

Opportunities for international collaboration

Structured career development

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in project engineering for metro or railway projects.
• Familiar with authority requirements and technical standards.
• Fluent in English, Mandarin is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage power supply system design, procurement, and installation activities.
• Conduct site supervision, inspections, and commissioning.
• Prepare technical submissions and inspection reports.

Skills

Technical knowledge of substation systems

Project management processes

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and technically competent Project Engineer to support ongoing metro power supply system projects in Singapore. This role covers engineering design, procurement, and construction coordination of power supply and distribution systems, ensuring compliance with technical, safety, quality, and schedule requirements. The position offers exposure to major rail infrastructure projects and collaboration with international and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

Project Engineering & Coordination

• Manage and coordinate power supply system design, procurement, and installation activities
• Monitor project progress, cost control, and quality to achieve project milestones
• Review and endorse technical drawings, reports, specifications, and method statements

Design & Technical Management

• Support design development and design review for substations, traction power, and power distribution systems
• Resolve technical, design, and site-related issues in coordination with consultants and contractors
• Participate in tender preparation, technical clarifications, and bid evaluations

Site Supervision & Commissioning

• Conduct site supervision, inspections, testing, and commissioning works
• Ensure construction works comply with approved designs, standards, and safety requirements

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare technical submissions, inspection reports, progress updates, and as-built documentation
• Support project meetings, design review meetings, and coordination sessions

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, project specifications, and safety standards
• Promote safe working practices on site in accordance with project and company policies

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline
• 3–5 years of experience in project engineering, design, or construction for metro, railway, or large-scale electrical infrastructure projects
• Strong technical knowledge of substation systems, traction power, and power distribution
• Familiar with project management processes, technical standards, and authority requirements
• Good communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Fluent in English (Mandarin is an advantage)
• Willing to work on project sites as required

What We Offer

• Competitive and negotiable salary package
• Exposure to major metro and infrastructure projects
• Opportunities for international collaboration and assignments
• Structured career development and long-term growth
• A collaborative workplace culture emphasizing safety, integrity, and technical excellence

About Us

China Railway Electrification Engineering Group Co., Ltd. (Singapore Branch) is a subsidiary of China Railway Group Limited (CREC), a Fortune Global 500 company.

Established in 2018, the Singapore Branch focuses on electrical and power engineering works for major metro and infrastructure projects across the region.

With a proud heritage dating back to 1958, when CREEG constructed China’s first-ever electrified railway, the Group has grown into a comprehensive “10-in-1” enterprise, spanning engineering construction, design, R&D, industrial manufacturing, testing, supervision, logistics, operation & maintenance, real estate, and investment.

We are committed to delivering projects that meet the highest international standards in safety, quality, and innovation.