SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

L & K ENGINEERING (SUZHOU) CO., LTD. (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

L & K Engineering (Suzhou) Singapore Branch seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design reviews for HVAC, UPW, cleanroom ventilation, and gas distribution in semiconductor facilities. You will supervise installation, coordinate with civil/electrical teams, and ensure compliance with SEMI/ASHRAE/ISO standards.

Candidates should have 5–8 years’ relevant experience, a ME degree, proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks/Revit, and Mandarin to liaise with Mandarin-speaking colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–8 years in semiconductor fabs or cleanrooms or related facilities.
• Strong HVAC, UPW, gas, and mechanical utility systems expertise.
• Proficient in AutoCAD/SolidWorks/Revit.
• Knowledge of SEMI, ASHRAE, ISO 14644 standards.
• Mandarin proficiency to liaise with Mandarin-speaking associates.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and review of mechanical designs, schematics, and layouts for HVAC, UPW, cleanroom ventilation, and process piping systems.
• Perform and validate load calculations, equipment sizing, and system modelling to meet semiconductor facility requirements.
• Provide technical oversight for thermal management, vibration control, and contamination-prevention strategies in cleanrooms and sub-fabs.
• Lead and supervise installation works for pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, cooling towers, and mechanical utility systems.
• Coordinate with civil, electrical, process, and tool-installation teams for seamless integration of mechanical systems.
• Ensure adherence to cleanroom protocols and contamination-control requirements during construction and installation.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical system issues during commissioning, start-up, and qualification stages.
• Manage and oversee vendor and contractor performance to meet milestones and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with BCA codes, WSH regulations, NEA requirements, SEMI/ASHRAE/ISO standards.
• Review and approve mechanical method statements, shop drawings, material submissions, testing procedures, and commissioning documentation.
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned

Skills

Team coordination

Problem solving

Mandarin communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Revit

Job description

• Location: Woodland


• Working Hours: 5.5 days per week (Mon to Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM -12:30 PM)


• Willingness to commit to extended hours & night shift

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development and review of mechanical designs, schematics, and layouts for HVAC, ultra-pure water (UPW), cleanroom ventilation, process piping, and specialty gas distribution systems.


• Perform and validate complex load calculations, equipment sizing, system modelling, and material selection to meet stringent semiconductor facility requirements.


• Provide technical oversight for thermal management, vibration control, and contamination-prevention strategies in cleanroom and sub-fab environments.


• Lead and supervise installation works for pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, cooling towers, and mechanical utility systems, ensuring compliance with design intent and quality standards.


• Coordinate closely with civil, electrical, process, and tool-installation teams to ensure seamless integration of all mechanical systems.


• Ensure strict adherence to cleanroom protocols and contamination-control requirements during construction and installation.


• Troubleshoot complex mechanical system issues and provide engineering solutions during commissioning, start-up, and qualification stages.


• Manage and oversee vendor and contractor performance, ensuring timely delivery, quality workmanship, and alignment with project milestones.


• Ensure compliance with BCA codes, WSH regulations, NEA requirements, and relevant SEMI/ASHRAE/ISO standards.


• Review and approve mechanical method statements, shop drawings, material submissions, testing procedures, and commissioning documentation.


• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.


• Minimum5-8 yearsof relevant experience in semiconductor wafer fabs, cleanrooms, data centres, pharmaceutical plants, or complex industrial facilities.


• Strong expertise in HVAC, process piping, UPW, specialty gas, and mechanical utility systems.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, or similar mechanical design and modelling software.


• Strong knowledge of SEMI standards, ASHRAE cleanroom guidelines, and ISO 14644.


• Solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, system integration, and mechanical safety engineering.


• Proven ability to lead coordination with multidisciplinary teams and manage contractors effectively.


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues independently.


• Must be able to communicate in Mandarin to be able to liaise with Mandarin speaking associates