Assistant Engineer, Projects

YAMAZAKI MAZAK SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Yamazaki Mazak Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a Project Coordinator/Engineer to support engineering projects from inquiry through customer acceptance, assist during pre-sales activities, and manage project documentation.

The role requires CAD familiarity (SolidWorks, ZWCAD, AutoCAD), basic CNC machining knowledge, strong communication, and a willingness to travel for customer sites and regional offices.

Qualifications

• Minimum Higher NITEC or diploma in engineering or related field.
• 1–2 years of project coordination/engineering experience; fresh grads welcome.
• Familiarity with CAD tools: SolidWorks, ZWCAD, AutoCAD; CAM knowledge is a plus.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings, machining principles, and manufacturing practices.
• Good communication and presentation skills; able to work with customers, engineers, and suppliers.
• Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Willing to travel locally and overseas for project activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and support engineering projects from inquiry to customer acceptance.
• Support pre-sales activities: feasibility studies, process validation, machine layout, technical proposals.
• Monitor schedules, milestone plans, installation, commissioning, and timely completion.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation: meeting minutes, schedules, progress reports.
• Participate in customer meetings, project reviews, and site visits as required.
• Track project costs and monitor profitability and budget status.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders for smooth execution.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure successful delivery.
• Travel locally and overseas to support project implementation, training, and technical support.
• Assist showroom housekeeping, safety compliance, and 5S activities.
• Take on cross-functional tasks and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Project coordination

Engineering support

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Self-motivation

Education

Higher NITEC or Diploma in Engineering

Diploma in Project Management

Tools

SolidWorks

ZWCAD

AutoCAD

CAM software

Job description

Engineer the Future with Us
Innovation, precision, and passion. If these qualities define you, then welcome—you’ve found the right place. At Yamazaki Mazak Singapore, we’re always looking for dedicated individuals to drive the future of advanced manufacturing and machine tool technology.

Here, your work powers industries, builds possibilities, and shapes tomorrow’s world.

Come build excellence with us.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Plan, coordinate, and support the execution of engineering projects from initial project inquiry through final customer acceptance.
• Support pre-sales activities, including feasibility studies, process validation, machine layout preparation, and technical proposal documentation.
• Monitor project schedules, prepare project milestone plans, coordinate installation and commissioning activities, and support on-time project completion and customer acceptance.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including meeting minutes, technical documents, project schedules, progress reports, and project records, ensuring requirements and deliverables are accurately documented and communicated.
• Participate in customer meetings, project reviews, technical discussions, and site visits as required.
• Track project costs and monitor project profitability, budget performance, and project financial status.
• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and timely issue resolution.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure successful project delivery.
• Travel locally and overseas to support project implementation, machine installation, commissioning, customer training, and technical support when required.
• Coordinate showroom housekeeping, safety compliance, preventive maintenance, and 5S activities. Support customer visits, technical presentations, factory tours, and machine demonstrations in collaboration with the Sales and Applications teams.
• Undertake additional responsibilities, cross-functional assignments, and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned, providing opportunities to broaden technical expertise and project management capabilities

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum Higher NITEC or diploma in Project Management, Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 1-2 years of experience in project coordination or engineering, preferably in the CNC machine tool or manufacturing industry.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply, as on-the-job training will be provided.
• Basic proficiency in SolidWorks, ZWCAD, AutoCAD, or other related CAD software. Knowledge of CAM software will be an added advantage.
• Basic knowledge of CNC machining, including multi-axis and multi-tasking machining processes, is an advantage.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings, machining principles, cutting tools, workholding systems, jigs & fixtures, factory automation, and manufacturing best practices.
• Good communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, engineers, managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, responsible, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Positive attitude, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and a sense of urgency in handling assigned tasks and project responsibilities.
• A team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to learn new technologies and continuously improve technical knowledge and skills.
• Willing to travel locally and overseas to support customers, regional offices, and project activities when required.