Testing & Commissioning Manager

Electrical Testing & Commissioning Manager Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Manager to lead and coordinate electrical testing, commissioning, energisation and handover activities for a major power/infrastructure project in Singapore.

The successful candidate should have extensive commissioning experience within Waste-to-Energy (WTE), Power Generation, Power Plants or other large-scale energy/infrastructure projects . The role requires a strong understanding of electrical power systems, commissioning methodologies, multidisciplinary interfaces and safe energisation of plant electrical equipment.

Candidates with approximately 10+ years of relevant experience are preferred . Candidates with 5+ years of highly relevant experience on major/mega power generation or WTE projects may also be considered.

Key Responsibilities Lead and manage overall electrical testing and commissioning activities from pre-commissioning through energisation, performance testing and final handover.

Develop, review and implement commissioning plans, procedures, schedules, method statements and testing documentation .

Coordinate electrical commissioning activities across contractors, vendors, engineering teams, construction teams and client representatives.

Lead the testing, commissioning and energisation of LV, MV and HV electrical systems .

Oversee commissioning of switchgear, transformers, generators, motors, MCCs, UPS systems, battery chargers, protection systems and electrical distribution systems .

Coordinate commissioning interfaces involving steam turbine generators and associated balance-of-plant electrical systems , where applicable.

Review single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, protection drawings, equipment datasheets and vendor documentation .

Ensure electrical systems are installed and ready for commissioning in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and project requirements.

Manage pre-commissioning inspections, system walkdowns, mechanical/electrical completion checks and commissioning readiness assessments .

Lead or coordinate electrical tests including insulation resistance, continuity, contact resistance, functional testing, primary/secondary injection and protection relay testing , where applicable.

Coordinate transformer testing, switchgear testing, breaker testing, interlock verification and protection system testing .

Manage electrical energisation and de-energisation activities , ensuring appropriate safety procedures and permits are followed.

Coordinate testing of control, protection, alarm, trip and interlocking functions between electrical equipment and associated control systems.

Support integration and interface testing between electrical systems and DCS/SCADA/plant control systems , where applicable.

Develop system commissioning sequences and ensure activities are executed according to the overall project commissioning schedule.

Lead troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues discovered during testing and commissioning.

Coordinate with OEMs and equipment vendors during FAT, SAT, site testing and commissioning .

Manage commissioning punch lists, outstanding works and technical queries through to closure.

Monitor contractor and vendor commissioning performance, progress, quality and compliance.

Ensure commissioning activities comply with project HSE requirements, Permit-to-Work procedures, LOTO requirements and electrical safety standards .

Maintain accurate commissioning records including test reports, check sheets, certificates, punch lists and system completion dossiers.

Provide regular commissioning progress updates and identify potential risks, delays or technical constraints.

Coordinate closely with Mechanical, Electrical, C&I, Process, Operations and Construction teams during integrated plant commissioning.

Support plant start-up, reliability testing, performance testing and final handover to operations.

Provide technical leadership and guidance to electrical commissioning engineers, supervisors and technicians.

Ensure systems are commissioned safely, systematically and in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Requirements Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline .

Approximately 10+ years of relevant engineering/commissioning experience preferred .

Candidates with 5+ years of experience may be considered if they possess significant commissioning experience on major/mega-scale power generation projects .

Proven experience in electrical testing and commissioning is essential.

Strong preference for candidates with Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant commissioning experience .

Candidates from conventional power plants, CCGT, thermal power, biomass or other major power generation projects will also be considered.

Strong knowledge of electrical power generation and distribution systems.

Experience with LV/MV/HV switchgear, transformers, generators, MCCs, protection systems and associated electrical equipment .

Good understanding of electrical testing, protection, control, interlocking and energisation procedures.

Experience managing commissioning activities across multiple contractors, vendors and engineering disciplines.

Ability to interpret SLDs, electrical schematics, protection drawings and technical documentation .

Experience with commissioning planning, systemisation, completion management, punch-list management and handover.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability during plant start-up and commissioning.

Previous experience as a T&C Manager, Commissioning Manager, Electrical Commissioning Manager, Senior Commissioning Engineer, Lead Commissioning Engineer or Electrical T&C Lead would be advantageous.

Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Able to work effectively in a site-based, fast-paced project environment.

Preferred Project Experience Waste-to-Energy / Waste Incineration Plants

Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Plants

Thermal Power Plants

Biomass / Renewable Power Plants

Large-scale Power Generation Facilities

Utility / Energy Infrastructure

EPC / EPCM mega projects

Plant start-up and integrated commissioning

Preferred Technical Exposure LV / MV / HV Switchgear

Power Transformers

Generators / Steam Turbine Generators

MCCs and Motor Systems

Protection Relays

UPS and DC/Battery Systems

Electrical Distribution Systems

DCS / SCADA interfaces

Electrical Protection & Control

FAT / SAT

Pre-commissioning & Commissioning

Energisation

Plant Start-up

Performance / Reliability Testing

System Handover