Principal / Senior Process & Method Engineer (Aerospace MRO)

Pratt & Whitney; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Singapore seeks a skilled individual to develop and optimize repair processes for engine shop operations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 7 years of experience in aerospace engine repair, and strong problem-solving skills. You will provide technical guidance and collaborate closely with engineers to improve efficiency and innovation within the team.

Benefits

Career and skills development opportunities

Employee scholarship program

Comprehensive health benefits

On-the-job training

Competitive remuneration package

Qualifications

• Min 7 years of hands-on experience in Aerospace Engine repair process development.
• Experience leading troubleshooting and investigations in aero-engine repair.
• Familiarity with the First Article Inspection (FAI) process.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize repair processes for engine shop.
• Provide technical expertise in plasma spray and welding systems.
• Collaborate with engineers on engine disassembly and assembly methods.
• Review and propose engineering solutions for engine part repair.

Skills

Technical expertise in machines and equipment

Strong problem-solving skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to interpret technical data

Good working knowledge in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

What You Will Do

• Develop and optimize repair processes for plasma spray, machining and sheet metal repair, mechanical/ chemical cleaning and paint shop within the MRO Engine Shop, ensuring alignment with operational, quality standards and shop visit cost.

• Provide technical expertise in machines and equipment, including plasma spray technologies and TIG welding systems, to drive efficiency and innovation.

• Collaborate with Powerplant engineer to design, draft and review alternate methods for engine disassembly and assembly processes, pertaining to procedural and tool design enhancement.

• Create and maintain repair traveler worksheet standard work for operation.

• Perform investigation into repair processes driven engine event.

• Review out-of-manual conditions and propose engineering solutions in relation to engine part repair and overhaul processes.

• Draft and review tool/ fixture drawings, tool bulletin and maintain tools to latest configuration. Coordinate with engine OEM on modification and local fabrication of tools.

• Provide technical assistance with the operation of high technical intensity/ complex shop equipment i.e. CMM, Vane Flow machine and Balancing machines.

• Lead new product introduction and perform First Article Inspection (FAI).

• Lead site level Process Certification.

• Lead and support quality improvements activities using Customer Oriented Results and Excellence (CORE) operating system.

• Responsible for identifying and maintaining a safe workplace.

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the new engineers in training.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• Min 7 years of hands-on experience in Aerospace Engine repair process development.

• Experience leading troubleshooting and investigations in aero-engine repair.

• Able to interpret technical data, drawings and engine manuals.

• Good working knowledge in MS Office applications (Words, Excel, Projects, and Power Point).

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Versatile worker who can work well in a team setting and independently.

• Ability to think and process information in macro and micro level.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiarity with the First Article Inspection (FAI) process.

• Knowledge in tool design and/or 3D modelling.

• Knowledge in statistical tool.

What We Offer

• Career and skills development opportunities.

• Employee scholarship program for further education.

• Comprehensive health, medical and dental benefits.

• On-the-job training and in-house/external certifications.

• Competitive renumeration package.

• Allowance and overtime benefits where appliable.

• Company transport provided.