An assistant electrical engineer's job description includes
assisting with electrical design, installation, and testing, performing site inspections and troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with safety codes, and helping with project management tasks like scheduling, budgeting, and documentation
. They collaborate with senior engineers and contractors to support project delivery and provide technical assistance.
Core responsibilities
Project support:
Assist senior engineers in managing the technical aspects of electrical projects, including design, coordination, and execution.
Site supervision:
Oversee and coordinate the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems on-site, ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and safety standards.
Technical assistance:
Provide engineering support for plant maintenance, troubleshoot electrical faults, and perform technical calculations for things like cable sizing.
Documentation and reporting:
Help prepare project management plans, method statements, and reports, including progress and cost-related documents.
Safety and quality assurance:
Ensure all electrical work is performed safely and in compliance with standards, participate in audits, and assist with quality assurance tests.
Key skills and qualifications
Education:
A diploma in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification is often required.
Experience:
Some roles may require 1-3 years of relevant experience, while others might offer training.
Technical skills:
Ability to interpret schematics and single-line diagrams is essential.
Software skills:
Proficiency with digital tools like BIM technology may be required for certain roles.
Other skills:
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and project management skills are highly valued.
Safety focus:
A strong commitment to safety and good housekeeping practices is a must.
Powerzen Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) engineering contractor specializing in the design, installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical and ELV systems across commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential developments.
Our expertise covers electrical power distribution, lighting systems, fire protection interfaces, structured cabling, security systems, solar photovoltaic (PV) solutions, energy-efficient technologies, and integrated engineering services. We work closely with developers, consultants, main contractors, and government agencies to deliver projects that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Beyond project execution, Powerzen provides comprehensive engineering solutions including tender management, cost estimation, value engineering, procurement, project planning, contract administration, and project management from inception to completion.
At Powerzen, we are committed to building a team of passionate professionals who value integrity, innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning. We provide opportunities for career growth, technical development, and hands-on experience in delivering complex engineering projects across Singapore.
Our mission is to deliver reliable, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions while creating long-term value for our clients, employees, and business partners.