Mechanical Design Engineer

Quest Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is a global engineering services provider seeking a mechanical design engineer to develop components and assemblies for consumer products. You will convert requirements into practical, manufacturable designs while balancing performance, cost, and reliability.

The role emphasizes hands-on CAD work, GD&T, and tolerance analysis, with collaboration across design, quality, manufacturing, and suppliers. You will contribute to prototypes, verification, and continuous product improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Product Development, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in mechanical design, product development, or related engineering roles.
• Experience designing plastic, rubber, metal, or mechanical assembly components.
• Good understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modelling, 2D drawings, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and product solutions for consumer products.
• Translate product requirements into practical engineering designs while considering performance, quality, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.
• Generate and evaluate design concepts, identify trade-offs, and recommend suitable solutions.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles throughout product development.
• Create and review 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and design documentation.
• Build, evaluate, and support prototype components, test rigs, and engineering samples.
• Define and support product verification and validation activities.
• Analyse test data, troubleshoot design issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and project discussions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including design, quality, manufacturing, procurement, suppliers, and global engineering teams.
• Support continuous product improvement through design learning, technical documentation, and best practices.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D CAD

GD&T

DFM DFA

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

3D CAD modelling

2D drawings

GD&T

Tolerance stack-up analysis

Job description

Job Requirements

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

At Quest Global, it’s not just what we do but how and why we do it that makes us different. With over 25 years as an engineering services provider, we believe in the power of doing things differently to make the impossible possible. Our people are driven by the desire to make the world a better place—to make a positive difference that contributes to a brighter future. We bring together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals who are empowered by an intentional workplace culture, to solve problems better and faster.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and product solutions for consumer products.
• Translate product requirements into practical engineering designs while considering performance, quality, reliability, cost, and manufacturability.
• Generate and evaluate design concepts, identify trade-offs, and recommend suitable solutions.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles throughout product development.
• Create and review 3D CAD models, 2D engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and design documentation.
• Build, evaluate, and support prototype components, test rigs, and engineering samples.
• Define and support product verification and validation activities.
• Analyse test data, troubleshoot design issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, and project discussions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including design, quality, manufacturing, procurement, suppliers, and global engineering teams.
• Support continuous product improvement through design learning, technical documentation, and best practices.

We are known for our extraordinary people who make the impossible possible every day. Questians are driven by hunger, humility, and aspiration. We believe that our company culture is the key to our ability to make a true difference in every industry we reach. Our teams regularly invest time and dedicated effort into internal culture work, ensuring that all voices are heard.

We wholeheartedly believe in the diversity of thought that comes with fostering a culture rooted in respect, where everyone belongs, is valued, and feels inspired to share their ideas. We know embracing our unique differences makes us better, and that solving the worlds hardest engineering problems requires diverse ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We shine the brightest when we tap into the many dimensions that thrive across over 21,000 difference-makers in our workplace.

Work Experience

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Product Development, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3–6 years of experience in mechanical design, product development, or related engineering roles.
• Experience designing plastic, rubber, metal, or mechanical assembly components.
• Good understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modelling, 2D drawings, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Ability to convert technical requirements into practical engineering solutions.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, testing, and design validation activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced product development environment.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within cross-functional teams.
• Strong learning mindset, creativity, and passion for engineering innovation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with consumer products or high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of plastics, rubber, sheet metal, die-casting, or injection moulding processes.
• Exposure to product testing, industrial measurement methods, and supplier collaboration.
• Understanding of thermals, acoustics, fluid flow, mechanisms, electronics integration, or human factors engineering.
• Experience working with global engineering teams and external development partners.