Engineer/Executive/Senior/Deputy Principal Engineer - Singapore - NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AGENCY

Description

What the role is

The Carbon Mitigation Division (CMD) administers the Energy Conservation Act and the Carbon Pricing Act to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions from the industry and household sectors. CMD promotes greenhouse gas mitigation in the industry sector through the Resource Efficiency Grant for Energy. CMD also compiles Singapore's national inventory of greenhouse gas emissions, manages projects that mitigate such emissions from the public sector, participates constructively in regional and international fora to advance global efforts on climate change and energy efficiency and will explore the linking of the carbon tax framework to external carbon markets where feasible.

What you will be working on

Working in the Climate Mitigation Division, you will be part of a project team tasked to conduct the technical assessment of the eligibility of energy efficient equipment to be whitelisted under the Energy Efficiency Grant. The work includes

• Evaluating technical papers, suppliers test reports and literature to establish robust whitelisting technical criteria
• Analysing energy consumption data, efficiency ratings, and other relevant metrics to assess the potential energy savings and environmental benefits of whitelisted equipment
• Evaluating suppliers' submissions to decide on equipment suitability for whitelist
• Working with and providing guidance to government agencies on whitelisting
• Drafting guidelines on whitelisting, energy audits and impact assessment
• Researching on latest energy/carbon efficient technologies and trends and updating the whitelist periodically

What we are looking for

• Degree in chemical, biomedical, mechanical or electrical engineering
• Certification as a Singapore Certified Energy Manager (SCEM), Energy Efficiency Opportunities Assessor, Professional Engineer or Chartered Engineer would be a significant advantage.
• Mature, independent and resourceful
• Good team player and strong interpersonal communication and writing skills
• Strong analytical abilities
• Able to meet tight deadlines and adapt quickly to changes
• Organised and able to multi-task
• Highly self-motivated
• Credible working experience in any of the following areas:
• Research on advances in energy efficiency technology in Data Centre, local harbourcraft, construction, industrial sector and/or food services
• Develop Measurement and Verification (M&V) methodologies for various industrial systems and conduct energy performance assessment (e.g. based on ISO 50002)
• Develop and implement energy saving or energy efficiency improvement projects of key industrial processes and systems in one or more of the energy-intensive sub-sectors such as: chemicals, biomedical, water management and utilities; and generic energy intensive industrial systems such as heating, cooling and compressed air systems
• As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

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