Engineer (Mechanical)

WSP in Asia; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Asia in Singapore invites an Engineer (Mechanical) to provide independent mechanical engineering support on projects of limited to moderate complexity. You will contribute to design, coordination and delivery of ACMV, Fire Protection, Sanitary and Plumbing systems, leveraging AI-enabled tools while applying engineering judgment.

Applicants should have a recognised Mechanical Engineering degree, 3+ years design experience, and knowledge of local codes (BCA/LTA/PUB).

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in mechanical engineering with Singapore registration potential.
• Minimum 3 years in design engineering for ACMV/HVAC, Fire Protection and Plumbing services.
• Knowledge of Singapore codes and authority submission processes (BCA, LTA, PUB).

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering design support for assigned projects from concept to delivery.
• Deliver designs across ACMV, fire protection, sanitary and plumbing services.
• Prepare calculations, drawings, specs and technical reports for submissions.
• Support construction review, site activities and issue resolution under guidance.
• Collaborate across disciplines for coordinated design and issue resolution.
• Utilise digital/AI tools for analysis, design development and documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent judgement

Education

Recognised Degree in Mechanical Engineering (PEB Singapore registrable)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Position:

Engineer (Mechanical)

Date:

April 2026

Location:

Singapore

Reports To

Team Lead / Senior Engineer

Purpose

• Provides competent, independent mechanical engineering support on projects of limited to moderate complexity, contributing to the design, coordination, and delivery of mechanical solutions. The role applies established engineering principles, WSP standards, and regulatory requirements to support high‑quality project outcomes, primarily within ACMV, Fire Protection, Sanitary, and Plumbing systems
• Responsible for providing technical support, managing project activities from concept to completion, providing technical guidance, ensuring compliance with quality and SHEQ standards, and supporting effective project administration. In line with JAF P2 (Professional/Engineer) expectations, the role focuses on executing preliminary and detailed designs, supporting design calculations and documentation, and contributing to construction review and resolution of technical issue
• The role leverages digital and emerging technologies, including data‑enabled and AI‑assisted engineering tools, to support efficient analysis, design development, documentation and coordination while maintaining professional engineering judgement.

Key Responsibility Areas

Responsibilities

• Design Delivery (Mechanical Engineering Services)
• Provide mechanical engineering design support for assigned projects.
• Deliver mechanical services across the full project lifecycle, including:
• Concept design
• Design development
• Contract documentation
• Authority submissions
• Site administration and project completion
• Handle mechanical design works relating to ACMV, Fire Protection, Sanitary and Plumbing services in accordance with project scope and briefs.
• Technical Analysis, Design Development & Problem Solving
• Solve routine and selected non‑routine mechanical engineering problems within own discipline, applying established engineering principles.
• Conduct and contribute to technical discussions on common mechanical design issues, supporting the development of practical, buildable solutions.
• Escalate complex technical matters appropriately while assisting with solution development under guidance from senior engineers.
• Quality, Documentation & Construction Support
• Assist in maintaining high standards of design quality and construction delivery in line with company, project and regulatory requirements.
• Support the preparation and coordination of mechanical engineering documentation, including calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports.
• Provide technical support during construction, site activities and project delivery stages, as appropriate to role and level.
• Stakeholder Coordination & Team Collaboration
• Work collaboratively within the project team and across disciplines to support coordinated design outcomes and effective project delivery.
• Support communication and coordination with internal stakeholders and external parties (e.g. clients, consultants, contractors, authorities), as required.
• Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ)
• Participate in and support the Company’s Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) requirements within the scope of duties.
• Comply with established safety procedures and contribute to a positive safety and quality culture across design and site activities.
• Digital, Data & AI‑Enabled Engineering Support
• Use approved digital, generative and agentic AI tools to support mechanical engineering analysis, design development and documentation tasks under supervision.
• Apply AI‑assisted tools to improve efficiency in design calculations checking, system sizing, design iteration and preparation of technical documentation.
• Support the use of AI‑enabled tools for data analysis, design option comparison, constructability reviews and early identification of design risks.
• Assist with automated or semi‑automated generation of design deliverables (e.g. calculation narratives, schedules, reports), ensuring outputs are reviewed and verified in accordance with engineering standards.
• Use digital tools to support multidisciplinary coordination, clash identification and resolution (e.g. via BIM‑enabled workflows).
• Maintain awareness of ethical, quality, data security and regulatory considerations when using AI‑enabled tools in engineering activities.
• Escalate limitations or uncertainties arising from AI‑assisted outputs and apply professional engineering judgement at all times.

Key Competencies And Experience

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Actively seeks opportunities to learn and develop technical capability.
• Regularly contributes practical improvement ideas within own work area.
• Develop stakeholder management and communication
• Develop independent judgement within defined procedures to determine appropriate technical approaches
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Requirements

• Recognised Degree in Mechanical Engineering, registrable with PEB Singapore
• Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in design engineering of ACMV / HVAC, Fire Protection and Plumbing services with engineering consultancies in Singapore
• Relevant experience in building services and/or infrastructure projects
• Good understanding of Singapore Codes of Practice and local authority submission processes (e.g. BCA, LTA, PUB)
• Knowledge of industry regulatory requirements and legislation
• BIM and CAD capabilities (Revit, MicroStation, AutoCAD) will be an added advantage
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance / operational metrics
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines to define requirements, solve complex problems and deliver projects successfully
• Exposure to or interest in digital, computational or AI‑enabled engineering tools (e.g. BIM‑based automation, data analysis, AI‑assisted design or documentation tools) is an advantage.

Health, Safety, Quality and Wellbeing

• Support the Company’s HSEQ initiatives
• Enforce compliance with SHEQ/Safety & Health policy, procedures within the company.
• Embody behaviours that support a strong health and safety culture
• Take reasonable steps to ensure personal health and safety, as well as that of others affected by activities.
• Comply with safety rules, procedures, and instructions issued by the company or authorized persons.
• Make proper use of facilities, equipment, and clothing provided for protection
• Identify significant hazards associated with activities and eliminate them where possible
• Participate in necessary health and safety training
• Foster good working relationships and embrace diversity and inclusion
• Support employees' overall wellbeing to create a healthy and productive workplace.

Self-Development

• Take the lead to establish personal career experiences, development and performance goals through regular conversations
• Keep up-to-date with developments in your professional area
• Make use of expert collaboration opportunities such as PANS to develop and maintain a network of technical/professional support and excellence
• Achieve and/or maintain professional registrations/licences relevant to your role
• Regularly reflect on the contribution you make to your team culture to embrace diversity, strive for excellence and demonstrate our Guiding Principles.

About WSP Asia

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. Having been active in Asia since early 1970s, WSP has contributed to many of the region’s infrastructure, building and urban developments. With a staff complement of over 3,400 in 12 offices throughout major cities in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, we harness Asia’s unique opportunities and challenges through our collaborative force and innovative engineering solutions, fostering the sustainable growth of the region. wsp.com