Engineering Manager

Job Summary

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading YTL’s technical and engineering functions, supporting metalworks design, fabrication, R&D and day-to-day manufacturing operations. The role provides structured engineering solutions to production challenges, oversees technical drawings and product requirements, and guides process improvements and machinery investments. The Engineering Manager will also strengthen technical knowledge transfer and while ensuring product quality, cost efficiency and compliance with applicable standards.

Key Responsibilities

•Lead and manage engineering activities, technical personnel and the timely delivery of engineering support to factory and project teams.

•Review and approve product designs, shop/fabrication drawings, technical specifications and Bills of Materials (BOM) for accuracy and manufacturability.

•Oversee product R&D, engineering solutions and technical knowledge documentation to support long-term succession planning.

•Troubleshoot manufacturing, product quality and installation issues through systematic engineering analysis and root-cause assessment.

•Provide technical guidance on metalworks processes, including cutting, bending, stamping, welding, grinding, assembly and finishing.

•Identify and implement process improvements, including robotic welding/grinding, manufacturing automation and engineering digitalization.

•Coordinate with production, procurement, quality, project and site teams to address technical requirements and minimize operational delays.

•Liaise with customers, consultants, contractors and relevant parties on technical submissions, testing, certification and design clarifications.

•Ensure engineering work and products comply with approved specifications, applicable standards, safety requirements and quality procedures.

•Reduce material wastage, rework and fabrication costs through design optimization, engineering standardization and corrective actions.

•Develop team capabilities through coaching and cross-training; maintain accurate drawing revisions, technical records and ERP/BOM data.

Qualifications& Requirements

•Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar qualification is preferred.

•Minimum 8 years of relevant engineering experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or management capacity.

•Practical engineering experience in metal fabrication, sheet metal manufacturing, steel products or related industrial operations.

•Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, evaluate materials and fabrication methods, and manage product technical specifications.

•Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software; familiarity with ERP, BOM and ISO quality procedures.

•Strong communication, leadership, coordination, analytical and problem-solving skills; able to work across factory and project teams.

Preferred Skills

•Proven ability to apply systematic troubleshooting and root-cause analysis to recurring operational and quality issues.

•Experience in production flow optimization and manufacturing processimprovement.

•Knowledge of machinery evaluation, equipment specifications, investment feasibility and automation technologies.

•Exposure to product R&D, testing, certification and applicable Singapore regulatory requirements.

•Strong technical documentation, staff mentoring and knowledge-transfer skills in a fast-paced factory environment.