Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

• Global urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm
• Ongoing career development opportunities within the business
• Gain exposure to both local and international projects

About Surbana Jurong

SJ is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, SMEC and Surbana Jurong, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries. They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.

Its technical experts deliver sustainable solutions that cover the entire project life cycle from planning and design, through to delivery and management, as well as a full suite of multidisciplinary consultancy services across a diverse range of sectors including transportation, water, aviation, healthcare, hospitality and renewables.

A global urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery, SJ has built more than a million homes in Singapore, created master plans in more than 60 countries and developed over 100 industrial parks globally.

The Role

We are seeking to engage a Senior Mechanical Engineer, with extensive experience in Building Services, to join our Power & Energy Team in Singapore.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Independently carry out Conceptual, Preliminary and Detailed Design engineering for Mechanical Services (ACMV, Fire Protection, Plumbing & Sanitary) for commercial and office Buildings and warehouses.
• Carry out E20 cooling load calculations, sizing and selection of ACMV equipment (chillers, pumps cooling towers), perform fan static pressure loss and pump head calculations, fire sprinkler hydraulic calculations.
• Undertake Building Services Mechanical (HVAC, P&S, Fire Fighting/Protection systems) planning and engineering designs for buildings.
• Carry out mechanical engineering designs, sizing and selection of HVAC, P&S and Fire Fighting/Protection systems and equipment (ACMV, pumps, ventilation fans, pipelines, etc).
• Spatial planning of Mechanical equipment layouts, routings of distribution PipeWorks, with consideration of space for maintenance and operation.
• Carry out consultations with local authorities / agencies
• Perform trade studies/research, write research/technical reports, project proposals, cost estimates.
• Sketch and design the layout of ACMV and fire related plantrooms and routings of ductworks and PipeWorks, with consideration of space for maintenance and operation.
• Carry out consultations with local authorities / agencies
• Preparation / Development of tender specifications and drawings
• Perform tender evaluations and prepare tender evaluation reports
• Attend technical and progress meetings with client, architects, consultants and contractors
• Review of contractor’s shop drawings and technical submissions.

About You

Suitable applicants will be/have:

• Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University
• Min seven (7) years in carrying out designs of Mechanical services (ACMV, Fire sprinkler system, Fire alarm system, Plumbing & Sanitary).
• Experience in performing combined services drawings will be an added advantage
• Experience in the design with absorption chiller and thermal energy storage system will be an added advantage
• Conversant with relevant local codes and standards.
• Proficient in MS Suites, Project and ACAD
• Strong writing skills, verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills and ability to be an independent problem solver
• Team player and ability to work with and manage clients and contractors.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Ami Jordan: [email protected]

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All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!