Senior Engineer, Building Services Construction Electrical

JJOBB LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time permanent employment

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

JJOBB LLP invites applications for a Senior Engineer, Building Services Construction Electrical in Singapore. The role leads critical electrical infrastructure projects for a large-scale industrial facility, ensuring high technical standards and operational reliability on site.

You will manage design, installation, and commissioning of HV/LV systems, coordinate with mechanical and control teams, oversee safety and permits, and deliver comprehensive turnover packages for handover to operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Experience with industrial construction and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety protocols and permit systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and install high/low voltage power distribution systems.
• Oversee commissioning of substations, transformers, switchgear, and backups.
• Coordinate electrical work with mechanical and control teams.
• Resolve site electrical issues and manage design changes.
• Review specifications for compliance with standards and safety.
• Lead electrical safety assessments and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Prepare turnover packages with as-built drawings and manuals.
• Monitor schedules to ensure readiness for installation and manufacturing phases.

Skills

High voltage distribution

Low voltage distribution

Electrical design

Site coordination

Electrical safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Engineer, Building Services Construction Electrical

Location: Singapore

Job Type: Full time

Category: Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Engineering)

Job Description

Senior Engineer, Building Services Construction Electrical role is now open and shortlisting has started. This position suits an experienced professional looking to lead critical electrical infrastructure projects for a large-scale industrial facility. You will work within an established construction firm that prioritizes high technical standards and operational reliability.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the design and installation of high voltage and low voltage electrical power distribution systems.
• Oversee the commissioning process for substations, transformers, switchgear, and emergency backup power generation systems.
• Coordinate electrical work with mechanical and control teams to ensure smooth site construction progress.
• Act as the technical authority for resolving electrical site issues and managing design change requests.
• Review electrical specifications to ensure full compliance with internal engineering standards and safety regulations.
• Lead electrical safety assessments, including lockout and tagout procedures for all active project areas.
• Prepare comprehensive turnover packages, including as-built drawings and maintenance manuals for operational handover.
• Monitor project schedules to ensure electrical readiness for equipment installation and facility manufacturing phases.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree in electrical engineering or a closely related technical field.
• Extensive experience in high voltage and low voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Proven background in managing large-scale industrial construction and commissioning projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety protocols, risk assessment, and permit systems.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical design packages and technical specifications.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams within a fast-paced construction environment.

What's on Offer

• Full-time permanent employment opportunity.
• Competitive salary package based on professional experience.
• Professional development and technical leadership responsibilities.