Senior Process / Fire Protection Engineer

JGC ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Singapore is looking for a skilled Mechanical Engineer to manage fire protection system projects. Key responsibilities include overseeing tender preparations, managing project milestones, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Ideal candidates will have 5–10 years of EPC/EPCm experience and a strong background in process or mechanical engineering, alongside excellent communication skills and leadership qualities.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in EPC/EPCm projects.
• Experience with engineering tools, preferably Pipenet and hydraulic calculation software.
• Strong communication and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for tender preparation and project execution.
• Manage manhour estimates and scheduling for fire protection systems.
• Review project deliverables in accordance with client and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Process Engineering

Client Interaction

Hydraulic Calculations

Inter-discipline Coordination

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering

Tools

Pipenet

Job description

Key Requirements:

• Background in process or mechanical engineering
• Familiarity with firewater system design, hydraulic calculations, and EPC deliverables
• Experience with HAZOP/HAZID, Fire Code compliance, and layout coordination
• Strong in client interaction, drawing review, and inter-discipline coordination

Roles & Responsibilities

• To act as the primary point of contact for tender preparation and the execution of EPC/EPCm projects, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations.
• To manage manhour estimates and scheduling for fire protection systems, including the delivery of engineering work and project milestones.
• To develop and review project deliverables such as firewater drainage calculations, equipment sizing, fire protection specifications, utility layouts, P&IDs, and retention pond capacity assessments in accordance with client and regulatory requirements.
• To conduct thorough reviews and verifications of design deliverables such as datasheets, drawings, and vendor documents to ensure compliance with project requirements and design standards.
• To coordinate effectively with clients, Project Management Teams (PMT), multidisciplinary engineering teams, and vendors to facilitate seamless project execution.
• To provide on-site support during construction and commissioning phases to address technical issues and ensure successful system integration and startup.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or related Engineering discipline.
• At least 5–10 years of relevant experience in EPC/EPCm project.
• Experience with engineering tools such as Pipenet and hydraulic calculation software is preferred.
• Familiarity with layout planning and drainage capacity evaluation is an advantage.
• Familiar with local and international standards for fire protection.
• Capable of reading, analyzing, and interpreting various technical information, contract reports, and instructions.
• Collaborative, self-reliant, and proactive, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and technical skills.
• Demonstrates strong leadership qualities along with analytical and reasoning capabilities.
• Experience working on firewater and utility systems for process plants (e.g., chemical, petrochemical, or refinery projects) is preferred.

Note: This is not a Fire Response / HSSE / Firefighting Safety role.