Lead Design Engineer

Hi Precision Engineering; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hi Precision Engineering is seeking a seasoned mechanical engineer to design and develop precision components and assemblies. The role focuses on selecting materials and processes, improving manufacturability, and ensuring conformance to customer specifications.

You will collaborate with production and QC teams, support prototypes, and maintain thorough engineering records to drive quality and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Precision Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in precision engineering or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of CNC milling, turning, and fabrication processes.
• Strong understanding of materials, tolerances, and fits.
• Experience in designing precision components and assemblies.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and product development.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop precision components, mechanical parts, and assemblies.
• Develop new products and improve existing designs to meet customer requirements.
• Select suitable materials, dimensions, and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with production, CNC machining, and quality control to ensure product quality.
• Review and improve designs for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and performance.
• Support prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure designs comply with engineering standards and customer specifications.
• Maintain proper engineering documentation and records.

Skills

Experience in precision engineering

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Independent working

Coordination with teams

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CNC milling

CNC turning

Fabrication processes

Manufacturing processes

Job description

Job Description

• Design and develop precision engineering components, mechanical parts, and assemblies.




• Develop new products and improve existing designs to meet customer requirements.




• Select suitable materials, dimensions, and manufacturing processes.




• Work closely with production, CNC machining, and quality control teams to ensure product quality.




• Review and improve product designs for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and performance.




• Support prototype development, testing, and troubleshooting.




• Ensure designs comply with engineering standards and customer specifications.




• Maintain proper engineering documentation and records.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, or a related field.




• Minimum 5 years of working experience in precision engineering or manufacturing industry.




• Knowledge of CNC machining, milling, turning, and fabrication processes.




• Good understanding of engineering materials, dimensional tolerances, and fits.




• Experience in designing precision components and mechanical assemblies.




• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development.




• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.




• Able to work independently and coordinate with production and engineering teams.