Senior Engineering Project Manager

MARLIN PLANT ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to maintain, upgrade, and commission mechanical systems in power and process plants. The role involves leading design efforts, managing maintenance strategies, and supporting project execution, all aimed at delivering safe and efficient engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficient in CAD software.
• Experience with FEA & simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and specification of power plant equipment.
• Develop and manage preventive maintenance strategies.
• Plan and execute mechanical engineering projects.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid Mechanics

Heat Transfer

Mechanics of Materials

Problem-solving

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

CATIA

Inventor

ANSYS

Abaqus

Job description

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining, upgrading, and commissioning mechanical systems in power and process plants. Your responsibilities will span turbine overhauls, valve and pump servicing, balance-of-plant operations, and project execution. Success in this position means delivering technically sound, safe, and efficient engineering solutions that meet our clients' expectations. This role directly supports the company’s mission of engineering excellence and reliability, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest standards.

Responsibilities:

Design and Engineering

• Lead the mechanical design and specification of power plant equipment (boilers, turbines, heat exchangers, piping systems).
• Review and approve technical drawings, datasheets, and material selections.
• Ensure design compliance with applicable codes (ASME, API, ANSI) and plant standards.

Maintenance and Reliability Engineering

• Develop and manage preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for mechanical systems.
• Analyse mechanical failures and conduct root cause investigations (RCA).
• Optimise the reliability and availability of rotating and static equipment (pumps, valves, compressors, fans).

Project Management

• Plan and execute mechanical engineering projects, including equipment upgrades, retrofits, and system expansions.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and internal teams during procurement, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Monitor project scope, budget, and schedule, ensuring timely delivery.

Operations Support

• Provide technical guidance to operations teams during equipment startup, shutdown, and emergencies.
• Support day-to-day troubleshooting of mechanical issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Contribute to performance optimisation and energy efficiency improvements.

Safety, Compliance, and Quality

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations and standards.
• Participate in audits, HAZOP studies, and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and safety procedures.

Team Leadership and Collaboration

• Mentor junior engineers and provide on-the-job technical training.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electrical, instrumentation, civil) to resolve interdisciplinary issues.
• Represent the mechanical discipline in technical meetings and plant reviews.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare technical reports, maintenance logs, RCA documentation, and engineering evaluations.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment history and performance.
• Support procurement with technical specifications and bid evaluations.

Qualifications:

Education

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Technical Skill

• Engineering Fundamentals: Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Mechanics of Materials
• CAD Software: Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, or Inventor
• FEA & Simulation: Experience with ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar tools
• Analysis & Calculations: Knowledge of engineering calculations (thermal, stress, flow, etc.)
• Control Systems & Instrumentation (basic understanding if involved in automation or process industry)
• Understanding of Industry Codes: ASME, ASTM, API, ISO standards

Practical and Field Experience

• Exposure to equipment such as pumps, valves, compressors, turbines, heat exchangers
• Hands-on involvement in fabrication, installation, testing, maintenance, or commissioning
• Experience reading P&ID, isometric drawings, and technical schematics

Soft Skill

• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Team collaboration and leadership
• Effective communication (verbal and written)
• Time and resource management