Senior / Principal Electrical Engineer

Seatrium Offshore Technology Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Seatrium Limited seeks an experienced electrical engineer to lead electrification initiatives for marine and offshore vessels. You will drive BESS and electric crane development, defining system requirements and architectures with a focus on BMS and fuel cell concepts.

The role demands a strong 10+ year background in power systems, extensive hands-on electrification experience, and excellent stakeholder communication to coordinate with cross‑functional teams and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering (Power, Control, Automation) or closely related field.
• 10+ years of electrical engineering experience with electrification or power systems projects.
• Strong foundation in power distribution management, BMS, load sharing, blackout recovery and VFD systems.
• Proven capability in system configuration design and optimization.
• Extensive hands-on experience in electrification projects, preferably in marine/offshore.
• Solid understanding of hybrid micro-grid power systems and energy storage.
• Research exposure in renewable energy systems and power system management is a plus.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management to bridge local and global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of electrification products, including BESS and Electric Cranes for marine/offshore use.
• Design and develop electrification systems for marine/offshore vessels focusing on BMS and fuel cell concepts.
• Define system requirements and develop detailed specifications and robust architectures.
• Plan and execute system integration, testing and validation for reliability and safety.
• Provide engineering support during installation, commissioning and maintenance.
• Collaborate with partners, suppliers and regulators to ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Power distribution

Battery management systems

Load sharing

Blackout recovery

VFD systems

System configuration design

Electrification projects

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering (Power, Control, Automation)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Support existing IMI/ARO projects and lead the development of electrification products, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Electric Cranes, for the marine and offshore market. Lead the design and development of electrification systems for marine offshore vessels, with a strong focus on battery management systems (BMS), fuel cell systems, and emerging future‑energy technologies. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define system requirements, develop detailed technical specifications, and establish robust system architectures. Plan and execute system integration, testing, and validation activities to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and safety. Provide technical expertise and engineering support for the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electrification systems on marine offshore vessels. Monitor and assess industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices related to marine electrification and energy systems. Support research and development (R&D) initiatives aimed at advancing electrification technologies and achieving zero‑emission operations for offshore vessels. Participate actively in technical discussions, design reviews, and project planning meetings to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Work closely with external partners, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with applicable standards, rules, and regulations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Power, Control, Automation) or a closely related discipline.


• Minimum 10 years of relevant working experience in electrical engineering, with a strong track record in electrification or power systems projects.


• Strong technical foundation in power distribution management, battery management systems, load sharing, blackout recovery, and variable frequency drive (VFD) systems.


• Proven capability in system configuration design and optimization.


• Extensive hands‑on experience in electrification projects, preferably within the marine or offshore industry.


• Solid understanding of hybrid micro‑grid power systems, including batteries, fuel cells, and diesel generator sets.


• Research exposure in renewable energy systems and power system management will be an added advantage.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to bridge technical and cultural gaps between local and global teams.

Work Location: Seatrium (SG) Pte. Ltd. Tuas Boulevard Yard 80 Tuas South Boulevard, Singapore 637051 (Islandwide transport provided)

Working Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5.15pm Friday: 8:00am – 4.30pm

BUSINESS UNIT

Seatrium Limited Seatrium Limited provides innovative engineering solutions to the global offshore, marine and energy industries. Headquartered in Singapore, the Group has over 60 years of track record in the design and construction of rigs, floaters, offshore platforms and specialised vessels, as well as in the repair, upgrading and conversion of different ship types. The Group’s key business segments include Oil & Gas Newbuilds and Conversions, Offshore Renewables, Repairs & Upgrades, and New Energies, with a growing focus on sustainable solutions to advance the global energy transition and maritime decarbonisation. As a premier global player offering offshore renewables, new energies and cleaner offshore & marine solutions, Seatrium is committed to delivering high standards of safety, quality and performance to its customers which include major energy companies, vessel owners and operators, shipping companies, and cruise and ferry operators. Seatrium operates shipyards, engineering & technology centres and facilities in Singapore, Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Norway, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom and the United States. Discover more at www.seatrium.com