Summary:
The Associate / Senior Associate (Electrical) is a senior technical professional within the Power Division, responsible for delivering complex power and energy projects across Asia including across thermal power, renewable energy, Data Centres and waste-to-energy (WTE) projects. The role provides technical leadership, project delivery ownership, and client interface, while contributing to business development and strengthening discipline capability. Operating with a high level of independence, the role supports the delivery of gas turbine power plants, renewable energy, and energy transition-related assignments, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Area:

Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership & Project Delivery

Lead the design, sizing, and technical review of electrical systems for power and energy projects, including LV, MV, and HV systems
Provide technical inputs across project stages, including feasibility studies, concept design, detailed engineering, and commissioning
Prepare and review technical specifications, reports, and design documentation in line with project requirements
Resolve technical issues and provide practical engineering solutions within project constraints
Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and client requirements

2. Technical Capability and Knowledge

Provide independent technical review and assurance across consultancy assignments, including design, execution strategy, and operational considerations.
Deliver and support a range of consultancy services, including feasibility studies and concept development, technical due diligence and lender's advisory (Lender's Engineer), Owner's Engineer assignments, Independent technical audits and condition assessments, Single Point of Failure (SPOF) studies and system reliability assessments, Vendor evaluation and technical bid assessment, Site inspections and witnessing of factory/site acceptance tests
Review electrical design deliverables, including electrical single line diagrams (SLDs), Power system studies, Protection and control philosophies, Control Architecture and SCADA system, Earthing and lightning protection systems, Cable sizing, routing, and segregation, Lighting system, layouts for plant and BESS facilities
Review electrical aspects of On & Off grid BESS integration, including PCS, battery containers, auxiliary power supplies, EMS interfaces and control philosophy, Protection coordination between BESS and CCGT systems, Grid code and frequency response compliance
Prepare technical specifications
Review and comment on technical specifications, data sheets, and vendor documents for all key electrical equipment i.e. GIS system, Generators, step-up and auxiliary transformers, HV/MV/LV switchgear, protection relays, HV/MV/LV Electrical cables, UPS, DC systems, BESS electrical equipment and interfaces etc.
Evaluate technical deviations, alternative proposals, and concession requests.
Grid & Regulatory Compliance. Ensure compliance with EMA Electrical& Generation Licence requirements, Singapore Transmission Code, SP Power Grid Standard Practices and connection requirements, Singapore Standards (SS), Fire codes and statutory approvals
Review grid connection studies and support electrical submissions to authorities.
Support grid synchronisation, testing, and energisation readiness.
Perform and review covering plant performance modelling and benchmarking, Availability, reliability, and maintainability (RAM) studies, Single Point of Failure (SPOF) assessments and risk evaluations.
Identify electrical design and interface risks across CCGT systems, WTE and Balance of Plant, Mechanical-Civil-Fire protection-control interfaces, Renewable integration (PV/Wind/BESS interfacing with grid-connected systems)
Prepare technical notes and design review comments, reports, calculations, and supporting documentation, meeting minutes and coordination records
Support coordination between electrical and other disciplines.
Any other duties deemed necessary to support the successful delivery of the Owner's Engineer services.

3. Project Management & Execution

Lead and manage project delivery for assigned projects, ensuring alignment to scope, schedule, and quality requirements
Prepare and implement Project Management Plans and Project Quality Plans
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage interfaces with internal and external stakeholders
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation measures
Take accountability for overall project team performance on assigned projects

4. Client Management & Advisory

Interface with clients and stakeholders, providing technical advice on power plant development and energy systems
Support clients across the full project lifecycle, including:
Feasibility studies and project appraisal
Procurement and tender evaluation
Contractor and vendor engineering
Construction, commissioning, and performance testing
Maintain strong client relationships and support repeat business opportunities

5. Business Development & Proposals

Contribute to proposal preparation, including technical inputs, methodologies, and resource planning
Support business development activities aligned with market trends in power, energy, and energy transition
Leverage WSP regional and global expertise to strengthen proposal quality and delivery capability
Identify and follow up on new business opportunities with existing and potential clients

6. People Leadership & Capability Development

Lead and manage teams of engineers and consultants for project delivery
Provide guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training to junior team members
Support development of technical capability within the electrical and power discipline
Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment

7. Quality, Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with company and project requirements on Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ)
Implement and uphold quality management processes in project execution
Participate in organisational SHEQ initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Support lessons learned reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure all mechanical QA/QC documentation aligns with EPC Contract requirements for inspection and testing.
Any other duties deemed necessary.

Key Competencies:

Strong understanding of electrical systems and engineering deliverables for power and energy projects, with ability to interpret drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
Applies established quality processes and maintains disciplined reporting and documentation throughout project delivery
Proactively identifies technical and delivery risks, applying structured problem-solving and practical mitigation approaches
Familiarity with IEC / IEEE standards, Singapore Standards and Transmission Codes and Grid connection requirements
Strong understanding of GIS/AIS, HV, MV and LV transformers, equipment design, operation, and maintenance.
Manages multiple project priorities effectively, maintaining performance under pressure and ensuring timely delivery of outputs
Communicates effectively with Clients, Developers, EPC Contractors, OEMs, and stakeholders on electrical engineering matters contributing to coordinated delivery and reliable project outcomes.
Professional Engineer (PE - Electrical) registration is an added advantage.

Requirements:

Master/Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical and Electronic engineering
At least 15 years of Experience as an Electrical engineer in the power or Energy sector, ideally developed within a professional services/consulting environment.
At least 5 years experience in management role for multinational companies
Leadership skills with strategic mind
Demonstrated diplomatic, management, and communication skills to liaise with clients and internal stakeholders
Proven ability to write technical reports and programmes and deliver presentations
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and the ability to communicate cross-culturally
Progressive experience design and specification of power plant substations, switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers, system protection and controls would be advantageous
Experience with project management and project planning software tools
Experience of working with public and private sector clients in the Asia region
Knowledge of, or the ambition to learn and develop expertise in, renewable technologies, such as Wind, Solar and BESS, would be advantageous
Knowledge of, or the ambition to learn and develop expertise in electrical systems used to manage new fuels such as biofuel, hydrogen, ammonia etc., would be advantageous
Knowledge and experience of using electrical systems design software such as ETAP (Electrical Transient Analyzer Program), PSS/E, AutoCad Electrical, PLS CADD, Bentley Substation would be beneficial.

Health, Safety, Quality and Wellbeing

Support the Company's HSEQ initiatives
Embody behaviours that support a strong health and safety culture
Take reasonable steps to ensure personal health and safety, as well as that of others affected by activities.
Comply with safety rules, procedures, and instructions issued by the company or authorised persons.
Make proper use of facilities, equipment, and clothing provided for protection
Identify significant hazards associated with activities and eliminate them where possible
Participate in necessary health and safety training
Foster good working relationships and embrace diversity and inclusion
Support employees overall wellbeing to create a healthy and productive workplace

About WSP Asia
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Associate/Senior Associate (Electrical)