Electrical Engineer

About the Role

Smitech Engineering Pte Ltd is seeking an experienced, hands-on Electrical Engineer / Senior Electrical Engineer to over see site execution, technical submittals, and trade coordination for our M&E construction projects in Singapore.

This role is tailored for a seasoned site practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at managing sub-contractors, and possesses strong practical knowledge of Singapore electrical codes, authority regulations, and hands-on project experience with LTA (Land Transport Authority) or PUB (Public Utilities Board) infrastructure frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Execution & Supervision: Lead and supervise daily site installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical building services (LV distribution, power, lighting, switchboards, generators, UPS, and ELV systems).

• Technical Review & Shop Drawings: Review single-line diagrams (SLDs), technical submittals, and material specifications. Oversee the preparation, submission, and clearance of shop drawings and site coordination drawings.

• Progress & Quality Control: Track site execution against project baselines, enforce high standards of site workmanship, resolve technical site issues, and drive quality assurance.

• Trade & Stakeholder Coordination: Represent Smitech in site coordination meetings with Main Contractors, Consultants, Subcontractors, LTA/PUB officers, and internal Mechanical/BIM teams to resolve cross-trade interface clashes.

• Authority Compliance & Handover: Ensure all electrical installations strictly comply with EMA regulations, SS638 (CP5), SS555, BCA regulations, WSH safety guidelines, and relevant LTA A&BWS / PUB M&E standard specifications. Support LEW testing, authority inspections, and formal project handover.

• Procurement & Commercial Support: Assist Quantity Surveyors with material take-offs, site progress verification for subcontractor claims, and technical assessment of variation orders (VOs).

About you

• Polytechnic Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, or a related technical discipline

• Minimum 6 to 8 years of hands-on site experience in M&E construction or building services projects in Singapore

• Proven track record in executing LTA (Land Transport Authority) infrastructure or transit-related projects in Singapore

• Strong experience in supervising site installations, coordinating sub-contractors, and managing trade interfaces

• Solid working knowledge of Singapore Electrical Codes (SS638 / CP5, SS555, SS531), EMA regulations, and LTA Architectural & Building Works Specifications (A&BWS) / Materials & Workmanship (M&W) specifications

• Proficient in reading Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), electrical schematics, and shop drawings

• Proficient in AutoCAD; basic familiarity with Revit MEP or BIM coordination is an advantage

• Registered EMA Licensed Electrical Worker (LEW) Technician/Grade 7 or 8, or bizSAFE / WSH certifications will be a strong plus

• Strong site leadership, analytical troubleshooting, independent problem-solving, and clear communication skills