The Environmental Monitoring & Modelling Division (EMMD) puts in place and manage a comprehensive air and water quality monitoring programme to ensure that effective monitoring of the air and water quality and enable policies to be formulated to improve air and water quality. You will be part of the Modelling & Instrumentation Department (MID) under the Environmental Monitoring & Modelling Division (EMMD). The Environmental Monitoring Instrumentation Branch within MID is responsible for ensuring that the various air and water quality monitoring systems operates smoothly to continuously provide accurate and timely air and water quality data, as well as ensure maintenance, upgrades and IT security compliance of the systems. The Branch is also responsible for development projects such the expansion of existing monitoring networks, setting up of new specialised monitoring systems, and conducting test-bedding and field trials of emerging environmental monitoring technologies.
National Environment Agency
Senior Engineer (Modelling and Instrumentation Department)
Fixed Terms
Closing on 30 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
As part of the Environmental Monitoring Instrumentation Branch, you will oversee and manage a team of engineering managers/executives and will be responsible for the following:
Plan and manage the setup of new specialised air monitoring or water quality monitoring system, including calling tender and managing contracts, work with academics and vendors to evaluate air quality monitoring systems.
Manage the maintenance, repair and replacement of the scientific analysers and station shelters according to set schedule to ensure smooth operations of our environmental monitoring systems.
Plan the implementation of upgrading and migration of the related ICT systems and platforms to ensure it meets IT security requirements and requirements.
Review of existing monitoring systems and work processes to identify and implement improvements at a system level (e.g. automation of processes, remote access of data from portable equipment, suitable technological solutions and scientific instrumentations/systems), to enhance efficiency of operations and management of the various systems
Propose and plan the implementation of testbeds and trials for emerging technologies and systems for monitoring of air and water quality
Plan and perform data analysis on data collected from trials or air and water monitoring systems, to identify areas of improvement, insights, or to assess the effectiveness of the systems/trials, as well as conceptualise, plan, and implement the next phase or steps for the identified system.
Translate successful test bedding projects and trials to operational monitoring systems, taking into consideration all necessary operational, site integration and IT security requirements
Collaborate with internal departments, external agencies and vendors, to develop and integrate new monitoring systems onto a common NEA-wide sensor platform
What we are looking for
Degree in Environmental/Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering
Preferably 3-5 years of working experience in Environmental/Chemical/Electrical/Mechanical engineering or relevant fields
Self-motivating and driven to learn, innovate and improve processes
Demonstrate ability to work both individually and as part of a team
Good analytical and thinking skills, and demonstrate ability to solve problems and think out of the box
Good command of spoken and written English
Background/experience in environmental analysers, data analytics and machine learning will be advantageous
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment
About your application process
This job is closing on 30 Apr 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Environment Agency or the wider Public Service.
About National Environment Agency
The National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and sustainable environment for Singapore. Its key roles are to improve and sustain a clean environment, promote sustainability and resource efficiency, maintain high public health standards, provide timely and reliable meteorological information, and encourage a vibrant hawker culture. NEA works closely with its partners and the community to develop and spearhead environmental and public health initiatives and programmes. It is committed to motivating every individual to care for the environment as a way of life, in order to build a liveable and sustainable Singapore for present and future generations.
For more information, visit www.nea.gov.sg
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