Design Engineer (HVAC, Training Provided)

Manpower Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower Singapore seeks an HVAC Design Engineer to lead the design and optimisation of efficient ACMV systems, with training provided for entry-level candidates. You will perform energy simulations, support tenders, and drive Green Mark certification strategies in Singapore.

The role involves site surveys, equipment sizing, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional collaboration with design, projects, and operations teams. Senior roles offer mentoring of local and regional teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or sustainability.
• 1-2 years of experience, with team leadership for senior roles.
• Certifications: BCA Energy Auditor, SCEM (GMAP/GMAAP advantageous).
• Excellent expertise in ACMV design, energy optimisation, and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and technical assessments.
• Develop and optimise system designs, equipment sizing, and configurations.
• Perform energy simulations to evaluate efficiency, cost, and performance.
• Support Business Development with technical solutions for tenders and proposals.
• Lead Green Mark gap analysis and drive certification strategies.
• Manage regulatory approvals, submissions, and grant applications.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and sustainability frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, projects, and operations.
• Engage stakeholders including clients, authorities, and senior management.
• Drive design excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• (Senior level) Lead and mentor local & regional design teams

Skills

ACMV design

Energy optimisation

Simulation tools

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or Sustainability

Tools

Simulation tools

Job description

HVAC Design Engineer (Training Provided/ entry-level)

Company highlights

• Be an expert of Sustainable solutions of CaaS
• Market leader of cooling as a Service in Asia
• Job stability for long-term career growth

About the role

Responsible for leading the design and optimisation of efficient, cost-effective ACMV (chiller plant & airside) systems to support project acquisition and delivery, while ensuring sustainability and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and technical assessments
• Develop and optimise system designs, equipment sizing, and configurations
• Perform energy simulations to evaluate efficiency, cost, and performance
• Support Business Development with technical solutions for tenders and proposals
• Lead Green Mark gap analysis and drive certification strategies
• Manage regulatory approvals, submissions, and grant applications
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and sustainability frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across design, projects, and operations
• Engage stakeholders including clients, authorities, and senior management
• Drive design excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
• (Senior level) Lead and mentor local & regional design teams

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or sustainability
• 1-2 years of experience (depending on seniority), with team leadership for senior roles
• Certifications: BCA Energy Auditor, SCEM (GMAP/GMAAP advantageous)
• Excellent expertise in ACMV design, energy optimisation, and simulation tools
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills