About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled
Project Engineer (Civil / Electrical)
to join our project execution team. In this role, you will be instrumental in overseeing the SP PowerGrid's (SPPG) major Extra High Voltage (EHV) underground cable transmission pipeline projects. You will bridge the gap between complex civil deep-excavation/tunneling works and high-voltage electrical installations, ensuring safety, engineering compliance, and timely project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Site Management
Site Execution:
Plan, monitor, and coordinate day-to-day site installation works performed by sub-contractors for EHV cable installation.
Interface Management:
Act as the primary liaison between civil engineering works and electrical cable jointing/laying teams to ensure smooth handovers.
Survey & Route Design:
Conduct cable route surveys with clients and relevant stakeholders, recording specific survey metrics and compiling detailed route drawing reports.
Civil & Infrastructure Oversight
Technical Reviews:
Collaborate closely with Civil subcontractor regarding temporary shoring design, Pipe Jacking, Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), cable bridges, and cable support structures.
Excavation & Permits:
Prepare, submit, and clear all necessary Earth Work Permits, NPKs, and clearance requirements from relevant statutory bodies (e.g., LTA, PUB, N Parks).
Electrical Work Support
Cable Laying & Jointing:
Oversee the installation, pulling, and jointing preparation of Extra High Voltage (EHV) cables.
Drawings Verification:
Read, interpret, and cross-reference single-line diagrams, schematic layouts, and structural drawings.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
WSH Standards:
Conduct regular site safety inspections, identify site hazards, and enforce stringent Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) standards.
Incident Management:
Investigate site issues, prepare detailed incident/progress reports, and present rectifications to the project management team.
Job Requirements
Education:
A recognized Degree or Diploma in
Civil Engineering
or
Electrical Engineering
Experience:
Minimum of 2–5 years of site experience in local infrastructural projects. Experience dealing directly with
SPPG cable projects
, power transmission systems, or underground utility works is highly advantageous.
Technical Skills:
- Familiarity with deep excavation methods (Pipe jacking, HDD, trenching).
- Sound understanding of high-voltage cable systems or general power distributions.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
Regulatory Knowledge:
Well-versed with government agency submission processes (LTA, PUB, BCA, NParks).
Soft Skills:
Excellent project coordination skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work under tight site constraints.
License:
A valid Singapore Class 3 driving license is preferred for site.
CIWE was incorporated in Singapore in 1991.The company,a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Electric Power Technology Import&Export Corp,or CETIC,under State Grid Corp Of China, has since built a strong business foundation, serving customers in a growing market which now includes Singapore,China,Japan,Southeast Asia,the Middle East and the United Sates of America.CIWE has engineering,fabrication,manufacturing and construction capabilities to serve as a total-solutions provider in specialized industries such as power generation,transmission and substation;petrochemicals and process;logistics terminal,environmental protection and water-related works.With our combined experience and expertise,we also undertake specialised civil and building works.