Engineering Manager (Precision Engineering)

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Now Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a seasoned Manufacturing Engineering Lead to supervise a team of engineers and technicians. You will set priorities that align with production schedules, quality objectives, and KPIs, while shaping long-term strategies for capacity, automation, and footprint.

You will analyze production data to root out downtime and defects, implement standard work and rapid changeover, and collaborate across functions with Production and Quality to drive corrective

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory/management role.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Knowledge of ERP/MES systems for routing and BOM management.
• Proven ability to lead technical root-cause analysis (8D, DMAIC).
• Strong communication – able to translate complex technical issues for shop floor and executive audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing/process engineers and technicians.
• Establish engineering priorities aligned with production schedules, quality goals, and business KPIs.
• Collaborate with plant leadership to develop long-term manufacturing strategies (capacity, automation, footprint).
• Analyze production data to identify root causes of downtime, defects, or bottlenecks.
• Implement standardized work, error-proofing (poka-yoke), and rapid changeover techniques.
• Work with Production to resolve daily technical issues and improve throughput.
• Partner with Quality to address root causes of non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate master documents, plant layouts, work instructions, and equipment records.

Skills

CAD software

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Excel

Power BI

Job description

• Basic up to $5,000 + Bonus

• 5 days work week only

• Come from Precision Engineering Background

Job Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of manufacturing/process engineers and technicians.

• Establish engineering priorities aligned with production schedules, quality goals, and business KPIs.

• Collaborate with plant leadership to develop long-term manufacturing strategies (capacity, automation, footprint).

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze production data to identify root causes of downtime, defects, or bottlenecks.

• Implement standardized work, error-proofing (poka-yoke), and rapid changeover techniques.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with Production to resolve daily technical issues and improve throughput.

• Partner with Quality to address root causes of non-conformances and implement corrective actions.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration and customer communication skills.

Documentation & Standards

• Maintain accurate master document, plant layouts, work instructions, and equipment records.

• Establish engineering standards for material selection, tolerances, and vendor qualifications.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.

• At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 3 years in a supervisory/management role.

• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).

• Knowledge of ERP/MES systems for routing and BOM management.

• Soft Skills

• Proven ability to lead technical root-cause analysis (8D, DMAIC).

• Strong communication – able to translate complex technical issues for shop floor and executive audiences.

• Decisive under pressure, with a bias for action in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.