Program Manager (Precision Manufacturing)

TALENT TRADER GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT TRADER GROUP PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Program/Project Engineer to lead complex precision engineering projects from concept to delivery.

You will plan schedules, manage budgets, and provide hands-on guidance across CNC machining, metrology and prototype development. The role requires 3–5 years in a similar field, hands-on technical ability, and strong communication for client engagements across industries such as semiconductors and aerospace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of program or project engineering experience in precision engineering or manufacturing.
• Strong technical background in precision manufacturing and CNC machining.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA or AutoCAD and MS Project.
• Experience managing client relationships across Semiconductor, Aerospace, Medical Devices, or Life Sciences.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and presentation skills for client-facing engagements.
• Ability to handle time-sensitive calls or communications outside regular hours.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate complex engineering projects from NPI through design, manufacturing, and delivery within the precision engineering sector.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, while actively monitoring progress and resolving technical challenges.
• Provide technical guidance in precision manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, micro-fabrication, metrology, and prototype development.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and manufacturability evaluations for high-precision components and systems.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for major client accounts, preparing progress reports and leading client presentations.
• Manage customer engagement and project support, including responding to client calls or emails after hours when necessary.
• Oversee testing, inspection, and validation processes to ensure ISO 9001 and AS9100 compliance.
• Monitor KPIs such as timeline adherence, budget, precision quality, and client satisfaction.

Skills

CNC machining

CAD/CAM software

Precision manufacturing

High-precision measurement

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate complex engineering projects from NPI through design, manufacturing, and delivery within the precision engineering sector.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, while actively monitoring progress and resolving technical challenges.
• Provide technical guidance in precision manufacturing processes, including CNC machining, micro-fabrication, metrology, and prototype development.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and manufacturability evaluations for high-precision components and systems.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for major client accounts, preparing progress reports and leading client presentations.
• Manage customer engagement and project support, including responding to client calls or emails after standard working hours when necessary.
• Oversee testing, inspection, and validation processes to ensure compliance with quality standards such as ISO 9001 and AS9100.
• Monitor key project performance indicators, including timeline adherence, budget compliance, precision quality, and client satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of program or project engineering experience within the precision engineering or manufacturing sector.
• Strong technical background in precision manufacturing, CNC machining, CAD/CAM software, and high-precision measurement tools.
• Proficiency in engineering software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, AutoCAD) and project management applications (e.g., MS Project).
• Experience managing client relationships across sectors such as Semiconductor, Aerospace, Medical Devices, or Life Sciences.
• Exceptional problem-solving, organizational, and presentation skills with a professional demeanor for client-facing engagements.
• Strong multitasking capabilities and the flexibility to handle time-sensitive customer calls or communications outside regular office hours.

EA License No: 13C6305

Reg. No.: R1985234 (GOH HOOI MING)