Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

SECRETLAB SG PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming chair manufacturer in Singapore is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to oversee R&D from conception to mass production. The ideal candidate will have 6 to 8 years of experience, high proficiency in CAD, and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. This role involves designing innovative mechanisms and conducting rigorous testing while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should be fluent in English and Mandarin to liaise with suppliers.

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years of experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, preferably in consumer products.
• High proficiency in CAD tools.
• Experience working with manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical/mechatronics R&D from concepts to mass production.
• Design innovative mechanisms to meet product requirements.
• Conduct DFMEA and perform simulations to ensure robust designs.

Skills

Mechanical Design

CAD (Solidworks)

Prototype Building

Electro-mechanical Components

Agile Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Solidworks

Pro-E

Inventor

Job description

Secretlab is an international gaming chair brand seating over 3 million users worldwide, with our key markets in the United States, Europe and Singapore, where we are headquartered.
You will be a valued member in our award-winning Product team, responsible for creating products for consumers across over 60 countries. In this dynamic role, you will innovate mechanical designs while balancing feasibility for manufacturing, seeing our products from R&D to mass production.
Our Product team is involved with all Secretlab’s industry-leading designs, including collaborative efforts with world-renowned brands such as Game of Thrones, Batman, Cloud9, Team Secret, as well as international esports organisers such as Riot Games for their League of Legends global tournaments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of mechanical/mechatronics research and development from concepts through to mass production
• Design innovative and robust mechanisms to achieve the desired outcome of product requirements
• Create 3D designs in CAD (Solidworks) and 2D engineering drawings with application of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Conduct DFMEA, DFM, and DFA for designed products and components
• Perform FEA simulations to ensure designs are robust
• Perform hands on in-house prototyping for functional and aesthetic validation
• Manage multiple projects with a mid-high level of complexity
• Work closely with Industrial Designers to develop their ideas into plausible concepts
• Support Product Developers in effectively communicating product specifications to our suppliers and addressing any engineering-related concerns.
• Collaborate with Quality and Reliability engineers to identify and propose solutions for product failures, as well as generate testing plans/setups.
• Prepare administrative works and documentation for any design deliverables

Requirements

• Bachelor’s of Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• At least 6 to 8 years of working experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer, preferably in the consumer product space.
• Familiarity with electro‑mechanical components such as motors (steppers, servos, DC), gearboxes, encoders, sensors, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems
• High level of proficiency in CAD (Solidworks, pro‑e, inventor)
• Prior knowledge in manufacturing processes and materials such as (but not limited to) Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, Die Casting, Foam Casting, Welding.
• Proficient in quick‑turn prototype building (3D Printing / CNC / Laser Cutting)
• Knowledge of Design For Manufacturing & Assembly (DFX), interpreting tooling design and mold flow reports.
• Strong sense of ownership over work tasks and able to drive projects through from conceptualization to completion
• Highly innovative, enjoys creating new things
• Extensive first‑hand experience working with factories/contract manufacturers and their suppliers/ sub‑suppliers.
• Agile thinker, able to adapt to changes quickly
• Fluent in English & Mandarin (in order to liaise with Mandarin speaking suppliers)
• Availability to travel as necessary for visiting of suppliers/contract manufacturers

Bonuses

• Prior experience in a relevant industry such as the consumer furniture space
• High interest and familiarity with the esports and gaming industry
• Experience performing design for high‑volume manufacturing
• Experience in PDM (Product Data Management)