Mechanical Engineer (Middle/Senior/Lead)

evolution recruitment solutions pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

evolution recruitment solutions pte. ltd. is seeking a Mechanical Product Design Engineer in Singapore. The role involves leading the mechanical design and development of new products, ensuring that designs meet performance, cost, and manufacturability criteria.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in mechanical product design and development, as well as proficiency in SolidWorks. Responsibilities also include collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the product development cycle.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in mechanical product design and development.
• Proven experience in taking products from concept to mass production.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of new products.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses.
• Manage mechanical development schedules for projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on product specifications.
• Support product industrialization and production readiness.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D CAD tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

• Lead the mechanical design and development of new products and product enhancements.
• Create innovative concepts and translate them into detailed mechanical designs.
• Develop modular hardware architectures and reusable design solutions.
• Design complex mechanical systems, assemblies, and mechanisms while balancing performance, cost, manufacturability, and reliability.
• Convert product and customer requirements into practical engineering solutions.

Engineering Analysis & Validation

• Perform engineering calculations and technical analyses on components and assemblies.
• Identify technical risks early and develop effective mitigation plans.
• Develop and execute testing strategies, validation plans, and prototype evaluations to verify design performance.
• Ensure quality and reliability considerations are incorporated throughout the design process.

Project Execution

• Manage mechanical development schedules and deliverables for assigned projects.
• Support project planning activities and ensure designs are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define product specifications and technical requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to value engineering efforts.

Manufacturing & Production Support

• Work closely with manufacturing teams to support product industrialization and production readiness.
• Provide expertise in manufacturing processes including injection molding, machining, sheet metal fabrication, assembly, and related production methods.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and product performance issues and implement design improvements when required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Electrical, Firmware, Software, Manufacturing, Quality, and Product teams throughout the product development cycle.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to multidisciplinary problem-solving efforts.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers where appropriate.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical product design and development.
• Proven experience taking products from concept and prototype stages through to mass production.

Technical Expertise

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and product development methodologies.
• Experience designing complex mechanisms such as: Gear trains, Clutches, Cams, Linkages, Motion-control systems.
• Knowledge of electro‑mechanical systems, including: Motors, Sensors, Power transmission components.
• Hands‑on experience designing: Plastic components, Sheet metal parts, Die‑cast components, Rubber components, Mechanical assemblies, Electro‑mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and/or other 3D CAD tools.
• Familiarity with simulation and analysis tools (FEA preferred).
• Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with: DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), Structured product evaluation and decision‑making methodologies.