Energy Market Authority

Engineer - Senior Principal Engineer (Electricity Generation)

Fixed Terms

Closing on 14 May 2026

What the role is

The Singapore Energy Transition is a bold transformation to create a cleaner, more sustainable, and resilient energy future. With the power sector contributing about 40% of the nation's carbon emissions, Singapore is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 through decarbonizing power generation while safeguarding energy security, scaling renewable energy, developing regional power imports, exploring low carbon alternatives, and driving smart grid initiatives. At the same time, power demand will continue to grow together with the economy.

Join us to be part of the generation development team to ensure there is adequate generation capacity to meet future electricity demand and to safeguard the security and reliability of the electricity system.

What you will be working on

About the job

You will play a key role together with multiple stakeholders in the development of plans to ensure the adequacy and reliability of generation capacity.
You will have the opportunity to work with generation companies on the timely implementation of generation planting projects.
You will engage industry players to keep abreast of the latest developments in technologies and conduct assessments on their suitability for deployment and/or continued participation in Singapore's Power System.

What we are looking for

Requirements:

Education in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or relevant Engineering qualifications
Team player with strong interpersonal, communication (i.e. written and spoken) and analytical skills
Self-motivated and possess a problem-solving mindset to find innovative and practical solutions, and able to work under tight timelines
Prior experience with power generation development or operation would be an advantage

About your application process

This job is closing on 14 May 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 Energy Market Authority or the wider Public Service.

About Energy Market Authority

The Energy Market Authority (EMA) is statutory board under the Singapore Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI). Through our work, we seek to build a clean energy future that is resilient, sustainable and competitive. We aim to ensure a reliable and secure energy supply, promote effective competition in the energy market and develop a dynamic energy sector in Singapore. At EMA, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous learning and employee well-being. Joining us means embarking on a meaningful career where you will be part of a transformative journey towards a clean energy future, experiencing a unique adventure of discovery and growth. We empower our people to drive innovation at every level Our open culture encourages teams to embrace diverse perspectives, enabling you to push beyond the status quo We are committed to energising your growth through ample opportunities for skill development. helping you become an expert in your field and a valuable asset to the energy industry. You also stand to enjoy a comprehensive suite of benefits which are designed to meet your needs and prioritise your holistic well-being. Visit: www.ema.gov.sg for more information.

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