Mechanical Engineer Jobs

Singapore, as a nation has a pro-business approach and that has led to a consistently positive surplus, and an incredible boost in government revenues. 

Even during the 2008 global recession, Singapore successfully emerged victorious despite the dearth of natural resources and its relatively smaller domestic market. 

If you are searching for mechanical engineer jobs in Singapore, the good news is that machinery and electronics manufacturing form the backbone of the country's economy. 

Here are some of the commonly asked questions when it comes to searching for a mechanical engineering job in Singapore for fresh graduates and experienced working professionals. 

✅ What are the responsibilities of a mechanical engineer? 

As a mechanical engineer, you are entrusted with various responsibilities such as research, design, consulting, and overseeing of production, maintenance, and repair of machinery. 

Besides these, mechanical engineer job responsibilities also include: 

• Conducting experiments, evaluating data, and analysing results 
• Creating outline designs 
• Testing and scrutinising theoretical designs 
• Estimating the scope of project and budget 
• Eliminating any probability of malfunctions 
• Making adjustments in design as per requirements 
• Preparing documentation 
• Developing solutions to new problems that may arise 

✅ How much do mechanical engineers make in Singapore? 

According to Pay Scale, the average salary of a mechanical engineer in Singapore is S$45,323 per annum. 

On an hourly basis, the average pay is S$69.00. The salary, however, varies with years of experience, location, and skills an individual possesses. Therefore, you can earn anywhere between S$10.08 to S$113.32 per hour. 

That adds up to S$10,000 - S$89,000 annually. It includes basic pay, bonus and profit-sharing. 

✅ What are the types of mechanical engineering jobs available in Singapore? 

Depending on your interests and proficiency, you can secure any of the following types of mechanical engineering jobs in Singapore: 

Robotic Engineers: Your job as a robotic engineer will be to design and maintain robots using sensors that detect signals such as smell and light. 

Nuclear Engineers: The job responsibilities include designing systems, instruments, and processes concerning nuclear radiation and energy. This includes the development of medical diagnostic instruments. 

Petroleum Engineers: This mechanical engineering stream deals with designing new methods of oil and natural gas extraction. 

Mechanical Engineering Technicians: Your primary job as a mechanical engineering technician includes developing new machines, engines, and tools through experimentation, analysis, and interpretation of findings. 

There are many other mechanical engineer jobs that you may be interested in, such as: 

• Maintenance engineer 
• CAD technician 
• Aerospace engineer 
• Automotive engineer 

Some fields that are indirectly related include: 

• Technical sales engineer 
• Water engineer 
• Acoustic consultant 
• Production manager 

✅ Which are the most desirable skills in a mechanical engineer? 

Before you begin hunting for a mechanical engineering job in Singapore, you should know what skills are in demand. 

You should have a basic understanding of (for freshers) or experience in: 

• Product lifecycle management (PLM) 
• Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) 
• Finite element analysis (FEA) 
• 2D/3D engineering design 
• Manufacturing tools such as ProE and AutoCAD 
• Mathematical computing tools such as LabView, Excel and Matlab 
• Material science, thermodynamics, kinematics and mechanics 
• Technical writing 

Apart from these, you will need soft skills such as: 

• Analytical skills 
• Creativity skills 
• Communication skills 
• Problem-solving skills 

With the combination of strong interpersonal and technical skills, you can better your chances of succeeding as a mechanical engineer in Singapore. 

✅ What are the requirements for expats to land a job in Singapore? 

If you are planning to relocate to Singapore, you need to have a proper work visa - better known as an 'employment pass'. 

Besides, your salary should be a minimum of S$4,500 per month along with valid qualifications. 

You will be required to show various documents, including: 

• Educational certificates 
• Passport 
• Company's business profile 
• Translated documents (if the originals are non-English) 

✅ Which are the top companies and sectors hiring for mechanical engineers in Singapore? 

Companies such as Surbana Jurong, Singapore Technologies, and HP Inc. are among the top companies that hirer candidates for mechanical engineer jobs in Singapore. 

Apart from that, you can secure high-paying jobs in top firms such as WSP Global Inc. and Arup Pty Ltd. They pay anywhere between S$48,000 to S$54,000, depending on your level of expertise. 

Other employers include: 

• Manufacturing 
• Construction 
• Energy 
• Automotive Engineering 
• Aerospace Engineering 
• Railway Engineering 
• Medicine 
• Sports 

Begin your hunt for mechanical engineer jobs by updating your resume or creating a new one along with a professional cover letter.