Assistant Engineer

NEXTKIDNEY SG PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NEXTKIDNEY SG PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a meticulous Engineering Assistant to support engineering operations, including testing, prototyping, documentation and process validation.

You will assist in developing fixtures, supporting manufacturing and warehouse activities, and maintaining audit-ready records while collaborating with the engineering team to optimize assembly processes and tooling maintenance.

Qualifications

• Diploma in a relevant engineering discipline is required.
• Fresh grads welcome; 1 year experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering change activities and documentation.
• Assist development of jigs, fixtures, and prototypes.
• Support manufacturing and warehouse operations.
• Execute engineering tests and protocols.
• Troubleshoot product, process, and equipment failures.
• Perform routine maintenance for tools and equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineer to optimize assembly processes and reduce cycle time.
• Facilitate end-to-end procurement for engineering: PO, MR, DO tracking.
• Engage in engineering measurement and data collection.
• Maintain audit-ready equipment maintenance logs.
• Handle other duties as assigned.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Growth mindset

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Autonomy

Team collaboration

3D printing

Laser cutter

CAD modelling

2D drafting

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Tools

3D printing

Laser cutter

CAD 3D modelling

2D drafting

Job description

We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Engineering Assistant to join our dynamic and growing team. The candidate will provide support to engineering operations, primarily focusing on engineering testing, equipment & process validation, manufacturing support, product development, technical documentation, hands‑on prototyping & troubleshooting, and continuous optimization of manufacturing workflow. Join us and contribute to a fast‑paced team with a cutting‑edge technology platform.

This position is only available for our subsidiary, Nextkidney SG located in Singapore.

Key job responsibilities:

• Support engineering change activities and documentation
• Support the development of jigs, fixtures,and prototypes.
• Support manufacturing & warehouse operation.
• Executeengineering testingand protocols.
• Assist in the troubleshooting ofproduct, process,and equipmentfailure.
• Execute and define routine maintenance for tools & equipment.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineer to optimize & improve assembly processes and reduce cycle time.
• Facilitates end-to-end procurement process for engineering department, such as the issuance of Purchase Orders (PO),preparation of Material Requisitions (MR)and keeping track of Delivery Order (DO) and inventory.
• Engineeringmeasurement,data collection and analysis.
• Maintain audit-ready records of equipment and maintenance logs.
• Any other appropriate duties as assigned.

Listed responsibilities are an essential, but non-exhaustive list of usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

Requirements:

• Minimum Diploma in a relevant Engineering discipline
• Fresh grads are welcome to apply. 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Critical thinking with growth mindset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organizational and time management abilities
• Collaborative team player who can operate with autonomy
• Knowledge in standard chemical laboratory techniques
• Experience in regulated medical device industry is a plus
I>Knowledge in operating 3D printer and laser cutter, CAD 3D modelling and 2D drafting is a plus

We regret only suitable candidates will be shortlisted for an interview.