(GRIT) Mechanical Design Engineer

ST ENGINEERING ADVANCED MATERIAL ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer responsible for designing innovative mechanical systems. You will collaborate with a team to oversee R&D, conduct analyses, and create detailed CAD documents. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong skills in Solidworks and prototype building. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong fundamental knowledge in Mechanical Design.
• Good proficiency and hands-on experience in Solidworks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all mechanical design tasks of given projects.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers on R&D.
• Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Solidworks

Analytical Thinking

Prototype Building

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CAD (Solidworks)

3D Printing

CNC

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all mechanical design tasks of given project/product development/job and ensure delivery of the solution according to customers' requirements
• Collaborate with a team of engineers to oversee all aspects of mechanical research and development from concepts through to mass production.
• Understand clients' needs and design innovative and robust mechanisms to achieve the desired outcome of project/job/product requirements.
• Adopt design approach such as hypothesis generation, project design and planning, calculations, material preparation, characterisation and testing, compilation of results and analysis evaluation.
• Initiate market research and propose design changes to the device to improve user experience: compactness, durability, cost savings, efficiency.
• Conduct Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis for designed products.
• Perform FEA simulations to ensure designs are robust.
• Draft 3D designs in CAD (Solidworks).
• Perform hands‑on in‑house prototyping for functional and aesthetic validation.
• Conduct Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFM/DFA) for components and designed products.
• Output all relevant files and documentation for suppliers (CAD & Engineering Drawings).
• Finalize designs, generate assembly drawings and process sheets for the Production department.
• Develop technical documents and handbooks.
• Provide technical advice to the team as required.
• Provide technical assistance during acceptance at clients’ site.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong fundamental knowledge in Mechanical Design.
• Able to work independently under minimum supervision and exhibit proactiveness in learning.
• Good proficiency and hands‑on experience in Solidworks.
• Good knowledge in product design and design methodologies including human factors in design.
• Prior knowledge in manufacturing processes and materials such as (but not limited to) Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, Die Casting, Foam Casting, Welding.
• Proficient in quick‑turn prototype building (3D Printing / CNC).
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving capability.
• Strong sense of ownership over work tasks and able to drive projects through from conceptualization to completion.
• Agile thinker, able to adapt to changes quickly.
• Good interpersonal, management and decision‑making skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.