Mechanical Engineering Manager

AEM SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

AEM SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. seeks a senior Engineering Manager to lead and grow a team responsible for the full product and equipment design lifecycle.

You will guide technical direction, ensure projects meet cost, quality, and schedule targets, and work closely with customers and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in equipment design in semiconductor or related industries, proven leadership of design teams, and strong skills in mechanical analysis, SolidWorks, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in equipment design in the semiconductor, automation, solar, or consumer electronics industries.
• 3–5 years of experience leading or managing a team of design engineers in equipment design.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering concepts and analytical problem‑solving.
• Sound knowledge of tolerance stack‑up analysis and Finite Element Analysis.
• Proficiency in 3D solid modelling; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Self‑motivated, independent, flexible, and results‑oriented.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Passion for developing technical excellence and building a high‑performing engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of design engineers, providing technical guidance, coaching, and support.
• Oversee the full product and equipment design and development lifecycle.
• Ensure engineering projects are delivered according to cost, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Plan and allocate engineering resources effectively across projects.
• Provide hands‑on technical leadership in mechanical design, analysis, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to achieve project and business objectives.
• Engage directly with customers and colleagues through face‑to‑face discussions, conference calls, and emails.
• Review project requirements and provide regular updates on product development progress.
• Drive technical excellence and continuous improvement within the Engineering team.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Coaching

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Troubleshooting

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of design engineers, providing technical guidance, coaching, and support.
• Oversee the full product and equipment design and development lifecycle.
• Ensure engineering projects are delivered according to cost, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Plan and allocate engineering resources effectively across projects.
• Provide hands‑on technical leadership in mechanical design, analysis, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and cross‑functional teams to achieve project and business objectives.
• Engage directly with customers and colleagues through face‑to‑face discussions, conference calls, and emails.
• Review project requirements and provide regular updates on product development progress.
• Drive technical excellence and continuous improvement within the Engineering team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• More than 10 years of experience in equipment design within the semiconductor, automation, solar, or consumer electronics industries.
• At least 3 to 5 years of experience leading or managing a team of design engineers in equipment design.
• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering concepts and analytical problem‑solving.
• Sound knowledge of tolerance stack‑up analysis and Finite Element Analysis.
• Proficiency in 3D solid modelling is essential, with SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to interact confidently with customers and colleagues.
• Self‑motivated, independent, flexible, and results‑oriented.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Passion for developing technical excellence and building a high‑performing engineering team