Senior Mechanical Engineer

MOTT MACDONALD SINGAPORE PTE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Singapore is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to deliver high‑quality building services design for local and international projects. You will lead mechanical systems design (air conditioning, ventilation, fire protection, sanitary) and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Asia and our global network.

You’ll apply BIM, digital engineering and innovative solutions to improve project delivery, drive technical excellence, manage budgets,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in building services consulting
• Strong experience designing mechanical building services systems
• Understanding of local regulatory requirements and building codes
• Progress towards Professional Engineer or Chartered Engineer or equivalent accreditation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational and project delivery capabilities
• Interest in sustainability, digital engineering and innovation
• Commercial awareness and confidence working with clients

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical building services systems including air conditioning, ventilation, fire protection and sanitary services.
• Deliver high-quality project outcomes with schedule, budget and quality in mind.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams locally, regionally and globally.
• Apply BIM, digital engineering and computational design tools to improve project delivery.
• Champion sustainable, resilient and future-ready building solutions.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and graduates.
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development activities.

Skills

Building services design

Mechanical engineering

BIM

Sustainability

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

Shape the buildings of tomorrow. Create impact that lasts.

At Mott MacDonald, we are a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering projects that improve lives and create lasting positive impact. From sustainable developments and smart buildings to major infrastructure and complex mixed‑use projects, we help shape communities of the future.

Due to continued growth across our Buildings business, we are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Singapore team. This is an opportunity to work on high‑profile local and international projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Asia and our global network. You will play a key role in delivering innovative engineering solutions, developing future talent and advancing sustainable building design.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will combine technical excellence with growing leadership responsibility, helping to deliver complex projects while contributing to the growth and evolution of our Mechanical Practice.

• Lead the design of mechanical building services systems, including air conditioning, mechanical ventilation, fire protection and sanitary services
• Deliver high‑quality project outcomes, ensuring technical excellence, programme compliance and budget performance
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams locally, regionally and globally
• Apply BIM, digital engineering and computational design tools to improve project delivery
• Champion sustainable, resilient and future‑ready building solutions
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and graduates
• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development activities
• Support innovation initiatives and the integration of digital solutions into project delivery

Grow Into Leadership, Your Way

At Mott MacDonald, we recognise that leadership takes many forms. Whether your ambition is to become a recognised technical expert, project leader, client advisor or people manager, we’ll provide opportunities to build your career in a direction that aligns with your strengths and interests.

As your career progresses, you’ll have opportunities to:

• Technical Leadership
  • Develop specialist expertise and become a trusted technical authority
  • Lead technical reviews and drive engineering excellence across projects
  • Contribute to innovation and best‑practice development across our global network
  • Progress towards Principal Engineer, Technical Leader and Technical Director pathways
• Project Leadership
  • Lead multi‑disciplinary teams on increasingly complex and high‑profile projects
  • Manage project delivery, commercial performance and stakeholder engagement
  • Develop the skills required to progress into Project Principal and Project Director roles
• Client & Business Leadership
  • Build trusted relationships with key clients and industry partners
  • Support business growth through strategic pursuits and client development
  • Play a role in shaping future opportunities across the Buildings sector
• People Leadership
  • Mentor and develop the next generation of engineering talent
  • Support recruitment, capability building and team development
  • Progress towards Discipline Lead, Team Leader and Practice Leadership positions

About You

We’re looking for a motivated and collaborative engineer who is passionate about technical excellence, innovation and sustainable design. You will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in building services consulting
• Strong experience designing mechanical building services systems
• Understanding of local regulatory requirements and building codes
• Progress towards Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer or equivalent accreditation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong organisational and project delivery capabilities
• Interest in sustainability, digital engineering and innovation
• Commercial awareness and confidence working with clients
• A proactive mindset and desire to continually learn and grow

Why Mott MacDonald?

At Mott MacDonald, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, collaborate with industry‑leading experts and build a career that reflects your ambitions. We invest in our people, encourage innovation and provide clear pathways for technical, project and leadership development.

If you’re looking for a role that offers technical challenge, professional growth and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.