Principal Engineer / Lead (Mechanical/R&D / Precision Engineeri

Location Singapore
Job reference PELeadmech_1566280580
Salary Negotiable
Consultant email veronica.neo@experis.com.sg
EA License No. 02C3423
  • Lead & direct engineers in design & validation for proof of concepts, functional models, qualification of components & sub-modules prior to production releases. Participates & contributes (e.g. decision making) in design reviews & to follow up on generated recommendations & action plans.
  • Accurately evaluating design & product economics to prepare cost estimates; establish product design/development objectives/work packages & to devise related strategies & milestones
  • Lead in new design concepts, design of unique components in opto mechanical, electro-mechanical & dated sub modules, related assemblies (e.g. with materials like thermoplastics, metals, rubber etc.) & to lead in support product life cycle activities in these design related areas.
  • Define & assign for engineers working in projects on Scope of Works (SoW), engineering studies & investigations, & to prepare related reports for stakeholder management.
  • Enforce company requirements on creation & archiving documentation such as engineering drawings, build of materials (BOMs), technical specifications, test & risk management reports & design review protocols as required to document & communicate results, etc.
  • Synchronize & communicate tasks & schedules of engineers with other internal disciplines in projects to ensure conformance to product milestones.
  • Work & communicate closely with internal multi-discipline groups (e.g. production engineering, procurement, quality management & production planning) & with EMS/technology partners.
  • Lead & engage in technical negotiations with vendors. Interacts with vendors & to consult its DFM & DFA processes to advise on component & assembly manufacturability.
  • PhD or Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Minimum 10 years of product design & technical management experience in related field.
  • 3-5 years in management of direct reports in related field.
  • Experience in precision engineering design/application & mechanical design processes.
  • Knowledge of best practices in a wide application of detailed drafting (GD&T), 1D/2D tolerance loops analysis, 2D/3D CAD creation & CAD data analysis.
  • Knowledge & experience in manufacturing methods/processes related to metal die-castings & related precision machining, injection moulded thermoplastics & rubber are highly desirable.
  • Demonstrates excellent verbal & written communication skills (technical & social) in English is a MUST.
  • Ability to seek guidance/feedback & act on opportunities to improve (within the local engineering team) is necessary to enhance engineer's technical competencies & job performance.
  • Execute work performance appraisals of engineers (e.g. annual sessions & when required), determine goals & objectives & to implement & monitor opportunities for improvements.
  • Work (e.g. self-starter) with a multi-functional & international-oriented global development teams using a structured product design & development methodology.
  • Review & advise on design of experiments that involves statistical tools & techniques to confirm analyses & new or existing designs to ensure conformance to product specifications.
  • Review & advise test plans when problems escalate, coordinating with project teams on testing & data acquisition.
  • Work with the Head of R&D in Singapore to lead, coach, mentor, motivate & foster development of technical staff & to help execute & implement organization goals

Veronica Neo Shen Hwa - veronica.neo@experis.com.sg

Personnel Reg No: R1110855

Manpower Staffing Services (S) Pte Ltd

EA Licence No: 02C3423

Veronica, Shen Hwa Neo EA License No.: 02C3423 Personnel Registration No.: R1110855

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