Research Engineer I – Electrical Systems Integration

About the role

The Multi‑Energy System & Grids Team is seeking an Electrical Systems Integration Engineer to operate, maintain and integrate electrical power assets within the EPGC test facility. The role supports deployment and commissioning of new energy technologies such as Battery Energy Storage Systems, solar PV and power conversion equipment, ensuring safe and reliable operation for research and demonstration projects.

Key responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and maintain Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), solar PV, power conversion systems, transformers, switchgear and protection equipment within the test facility.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, support installation, integration, testing, commissioning and de‑commissioning of new energy technologies.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, vendors and service providers for electrical works, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and permit‑to‑work requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections, troubleshooting, fault diagnosis and root‑cause analysis of electrical and energy systems.
• Maintain technical documentation, single‑line diagrams, operating procedures and test reports, and manage maintenance schedules, spare‑parts inventory and service contracts.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
• Approximately 10 years of experience in electrical power systems, LV/MV distribution, and integration of BESS, solar PV and power conversion technologies.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety practices, permit‑to‑work, lockout/tagout and relevant Singapore electrical regulations.
• Proven ability to interpret electrical drawings, single‑line diagrams and protection schematics.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors and service contracts in a research or test‑bed environment.

Required skills

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems
• Power Conversion Systems (PCS)
• LV/MV distribution, transformers, switchgear and protection systems
• Power quality analysis and fault diagnosis
• Interpretation of electrical drawings, single‑line diagrams and protection schematics
• Electrical safety, permit‑to‑work, lockout/tagout (LOTO)
• Industrial control systems, SCADA, monitoring platforms and data acquisition
• Maintenance planning, asset management and spare‑parts control
• Knowledge of Singapore electrical regulations and standards