Project Engineer/ Senior Project Engineer

MTS SYSTEMS ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MTS SYSTEMS ENGINEERING PTE. LTD. is seeking a hands-on Project Engineer/Senior Project Engineer to lead multidisciplinary engineering installations from inception to completion in Singapore.

You will bridge technical design, cost control, and on-site delivery for communication systems, UPS, and HVAC/ACMV equipment, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring safety standards. Requires 5–8 years in electrical construction/maintenance, with 2–4 years supervisory experience and a degree or diploma in

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Telecommunications.
• 5–8 years hands-on electrical experience in a construction/maintenance setting.
• 2–4 years direct supervisory/foreman/lead electrician experience.
• Experience with communication systems and HVAC/ACMV: fiber/copper cabling, PA, CCTV, access control, BMS integration.
• Willingness to work on-site in Singapore and manage subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Execution: lead and oversee communication system installations, UPS power backup, and HVAC/ACMV upgrades from planning to completion.
• Planning, Scheduling & Logistics: develop baseline work schedules, plan manpower, organize equipment/materials, manage on-site activities.
• Commercial Tendering & Cost Control: conduct surveys, prepare cost estimates, BOQs, quotations, and budgets; monitor expenditures and VO's.
• Technical Review & On-Site Supervision: interpret drawings and specs; supervise technicians and subcontractors.
• Testing, Commissioning & Troubleshooting: drive on-site T&C, UPS battery tests, and integrated system testing.
• Multi-Party Coordination: coordinate between clients, consultants, main contractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Safety, Compliance & Project Handover: enforce safety RAMS, maintain documentation, FAT/SAT, and as-built drawings.

Skills

Electrical & Telecom Systems

HVAC/ACMV Systems

UPS & Power Systems

Site Supervision

Education

Diploma/Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Telecommunications

Tools

Network racks

UPS installations

Job description

About Us

We deliver comprehensive turnkey engineering, critical power, and infrastructure solutions across the commercial, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Specializing in communications infrastructure, critical electrical power systems, and HVAC/mechanical services, we focus on engineering precision, dependable execution, and high safety standards in the field.

Position Overview

We are looking for a motivated, hands-on Project Engineer/ Senior Project Engineer to lead multidisciplinary engineering installations from inception to completion. In this role, you will bridge technical design, commercial estimating, and on-site delivery - overseeing communication systems, hardware infrastructure, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, and HVAC/ACMV equipment. You will manage sub-contractors, drive testing and commissioning (T&C), control project budgets, and enforce strict workplace safety standards on-site.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Project Execution: Lead and oversee communication system replacements, hardware installations, UPS power backup systems, and HVAC/ACMV retrofits and upgrades from initial planning through to completion.

• Planning, Scheduling & Logistics: Develop baseline work schedules, plan manpower deployment, organize equipment and material logistics, and manage daily on-site activities to meet project milestones.

• Commercial Tendering & Cost Control: Conduct site surveys, prepare cost estimates, BOQs, quotations, and project budgets. Track project expenditures and submit variation orders (VOs) to safeguard profit margins.

• Technical Review & On-Site Supervision: Interpret engineering drawings, single-line diagrams, schematics, and contract specifications. Supervise technicians and subcontractors during cabling, equipment mounting, and power cutover activities.

• Testing, Commissioning & Troubleshooting: Drive on-site troubleshooting, Testing & Commissioning (T&C), battery discharge/load bank testing for UPS units, and integrated system testing to ensure reliable operation prior to handover.

• Multi-Party Coordination: Serve as the frontline coordinator between clients, consultants, main contractors, equipment vendors, and internal engineering teams to resolve technical issues and site constraints promptly.

• Safety, Compliance & Project Handover: Enforce Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) practices, establish Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS), and maintain comprehensive documentation—including progress reports, factory/site acceptance test (FAT/SAT) records, and final as-built drawings.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of hands-on electrical experience in a construction / maintenance setting. At least 2-4 years in a direct supervisory, foreman, or lead electrician role.
• Direct track record handling Communication Systems (fiber/copper cabling, PA, CCTV, access control, radio/network racks) or HVAC/ACMV Systems (chillers, AHUs, FCUs, ducting, ventilation, BMS integration). Communication & IT Systems: Structural cabling (fiber/copper), network racks, PA/CCTV/Access Control. Critical Power & Electrical: Static/modular UPS systems, battery banks, low-voltage switchboards, power distribution, and power cutovers.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work on-site, stand/walk for extended periods, climb ladders/scaffolding, work in varied weather conditions.
• Strong site supervision, multi-tasking, and vendor coordination skills.
• Practical problem solver capable of working independently under tight project deadlines.
• Valid class 3 driving license is an added advantage.

Interested candidates are welcome to apply.