Job offer

SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team in a full-time role focused on engineering education and research. This position involves designing and teaching laboratory modules, mentoring students on innovative projects, and managing essential lab equipment to support academic programs. Candidates should have extensive experience in mechanical systems, particularly in building services, and a passion for fostering student development. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in an educational environment while contributing to innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in mechanical systems and building services.
• Strong background in design and management of mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach labs & practice modules for students.
• Lead innovation projects and mentor students in Capstone Projects.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Design

Building Services Management

BIM Software (REVIT, AutoDesk, ArchiCAD)

HVAC Systems Knowledge

Supervisory Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in Building Services or Mechanical Engineering

Masters or PhD

Professional Certifications (PE/CEng)

Tools

BIM Software

CAD Software

Job description

Organisation/Company: SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)

Research Field: Engineering

Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country: Singapore

Application Deadline: 28 May 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract: Other

Job Status: Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Key Responsibilities

• Design and teach labs & practice modules.
• Mentor students in Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP).
• Lead or co-lead innovation projects with industry.
• Manage labs and equipment to support academic programmes and applied research.
• Ensure safety in labs.

Job Requirements

• A good degree in Building Services, Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Masters, PhD and/or relevant professional certifications like registered PE/CEng would be advantageous.
• Deep technical specialist with 10 or more years of working experience with mechanical systems in Building services environments or facility design consultancy would be preferred.
• Experience in the following areas is highly desirable:
• Both design and management of mechanical building systems.
• Use of BIM software for design and engineering works and develop BIM models as well as knowledge in using CAD software such as REVIT, AutoDesk and ArchiCAD.
• Have working knowledge of building services systems such as Heat Ventilation Air Conditioning (HVAC), refrigeration, lift, heat exchangers, micro-climate, simulations, fire-testing and acoustic experiments.
• Have prior working experience in building and facility management.
• Having experience with materials and materials property as well as materials testing, and fire testing is advantageous.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of industry practices to bring industry perspective to SIT as well as experience with Green Marking and energy management is advantageous.
• Keen interest in innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in developing solutions to technical problems.
• Strong supervisory skills and enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the field and pursue professional certification programs. Possess industrial certifications in relevant areas will be an added advantage.