Job Description for Site Engineer
Location: Singapore | Industry: Building Construction / Lift & Escalator Systems
- Review design drawings, specifications, and method statements for lift systems.
- Provide technical guidance on electrical and mechanical installation of lifts.
- Ensure systems comply with applicable standards, codes, and manufacturer requirements
- Supervise lift installation works on site, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
- Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and civil teams for shaft readiness and interface works.
- Liaise with main contractors, consultants, clients, and authorities on technical matters.
- Monitor progress and report issues, delays, and risks to management.
- Plan and conduct testing, adjustment, and commissioning of lift systems.
- Perform safety checks, functional tests, and performance verification.
- Ensure compliance with statutory inspections and certification requirements.
- Support final handover documentation, operation manuals, and client training.
- Support corrective maintenance and defect rectification during DLP/warranty period.
- Ensure all works comply with site safety rules, risk assessments, and safe work procedures.
- Participate in toolbox meetings, audits, and incident investigations.
- Enforce safe practices in lift shafts, machine rooms, confined spaces, and energized systems.
- Support preparation of method statements, risk assessments, and technical submissions.
- Ensure quality standards are met at each stage of installation and commissioning.
- Good coordination skills with electrical team and main contractor.
Requirements
- Diploma/ Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Engineering.
- At least 5 years experiences in lift installation, supervision, testing, and commissioning.
- Good knowledge of Singapore standards & authority requirements (BCA, MOM, SS638).
- Able to review drawings, method statements, and provide technical guidance on site.
- Experience coordinating with main contractor, consultants, and authorities.
- Familiar with statutory inspections, certification, and handover requirements
- Strong safety awareness
