Responsibilities
Design mechanical process systems for water and wastewater treatment plants at concept, functional, preliminary, and detailed stages, including screening, physical-chemical, biological treatment, blower, odour control, disinfection, and sludge treatment equipment
Design various pumping systems for water, wastewater, and sludge treatment plants through all design phases
Design ancillary systems such as chemical feed, mechanical ventilation, and drainage systems from concept to detailed design
Prepare General Arrangement and equipment layout drawings to support project requirements
Develop mechanical process equipment and pump specifications to ensure compliance and performance
Perform mechanical equipment and pipe sizing and calculations to meet engineering standards
Review and evaluate vendor submissions to ensure technical compliance and quality
Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, building services, and instrumentation & control disciplines to integrate designs
Lead meetings and discussions with clients, contractors, and vendors to drive project progress and resolve issues
Provide engineering support for bids and proposals to secure new projects
Support construction phases with engineering expertise to ensure design intent is met
Provide engineering support during testing and commissioning to verify system performance
Prepare project cost estimates for clients to facilitate budgeting and decision-making
Manage design and project execution for proposals and projects primarily focused on mechanical/process scope
Required competencies and certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) registration with Professional Engineers Board Singapore (moved from Preferred as it is a professional certification essential for core duties)
Preferred competencies and qualifications
University engineering degree in mechanical engineering
Minimum 10-15 years’ experience in mechanical design of municipal and industrial wastewater treatment
Ability to work independently to produce project deliverables within timelines
Experience leading and guiding a team of engineers and performing QA/QC on their designs
Proficient written and oral communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities