Senior Principal Engineer - Waste Infrastructure Planning

Republic Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National Environment Agency (NEA) in Singapore is seeking an engineer to plan, develop, and manage solid waste infrastructure projects, including potential pilot carbon capture facilities under SG Green Plan 2030. You will conduct feasibility studies, obtain approvals, and oversee procurement and site inspections with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering with 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering is preferred. Applicants with degree in other engineering fields with work experience in a related field may also be considered.
• At least 2-3 years of relevant working experience in engineering will be highly preferred.
• Knowledge in solid waste management systems, project management and review of building plans and engineering drawings would be advantageous
• A good team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Mature, independent, resourceful and highly self-motivated
• Adaptable to diverse work scopes
• Good written and spoken communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engineering feasibility studies, planning, design / financial review and formulate programme/action plans in infrastructure projects
• Obtain planning approval and funding support
• Plan and implement project schedules to ensure timely project execution
• Administer the procurement process to select and appoint project consultants and contractors, including preparation of tender documents
• Supervise consultants/contractors and carry out site inspections to ensure that the infrastructure projects are developed in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner, in compliance with the tender requirements
• Manage funding and budget planning cycles for projects
• Work and liaise with various internal and external stakeholders of projects

Skills

Engineering design

Project management

Feasibility studies

Stakeholder liaison

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Civil Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Job description

National Environment Agency (NEA) in Singapore is seeking an engineer to plan, develop, and manage solid waste infrastructure projects, including potential pilot carbon capture facilities under SG Green Plan 2030. You will conduct feasibility studies, obtain approvals, and oversee procurement and site inspections with a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental Engineering with 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong