Job description for Junior Design Engineer at EQUANS AXIMA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications & skills
The Junior Design Engineer will actively support the design, coordination, and delivery of HVAC systems for Marine & Offshore projects. He/she will work under the supervision of the Senior Design Engineers and Head of Engineering contributing to engineering activities while progressively developing technical and project management capabilities. As a Junior Design Engineer, you will report to the Head of Engineering.
1. Engineering Support & Design
- Support the design of HVAC systems including (but not limited to):
i. Air conditioning systems
ii. Ventilation systems
iii. Split units
iv. Automation & electrical systems
v. Instrumentation
vi. Ducting and piping systems
- Assist in the preparation and production of engineering deliverables:
i. P&ID, D&ID and other schematic drawings
ii. Layout drawings
iii. Technical documentation
- Contribute to thermal calculations, equipment sizing and system selection under supervision.
- Ensure consistency and quality of engineering deliverables.
2. Project Support
- Support Design Engineers in project execution.
- Contribute to meeting design and production schedules (manufacturing and equipment delivery).
- Assist in tracking deliverables and project milestones.
3. Technical Coordination
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, automation, piping).
- Participate in technical meetings with clients and shipyards.
- Support the preparation and presentation of design drawings and technical documentation.
- Progressive exposure to managing technical interactions with clients
4. Procurement
- Assist in:
i. Preparation of technical specifications for suppliers and OEMs
ii. Sourcing of suppliers and OEMs
iii. Technical evaluation of suppliers and OEMs
- Support coordination with suppliers and subcontractors under supervision.
5. Site Support
- Provide support during execution phases:
i. Installation
ii. Testing & commissioning
iii. System validation
- Assist in ensuring systems comply with:
i. Performance requirements
ii. Safety standards
6. Career Development
- Clear progression path towards Senior Design Engineer or Project Engineer roles
- Access to continuous training programs (HVAC software, marine standards, …)
1. Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering (with HVAC specialization preferred)
2. Experience
- Minimum practical experience required, through:
i. Internship(s) in engineering or industrial environment
ii. Final year project with strong technical content (HVAC, thermodynamics, fluid systems, energy systems)
3. Technical Skills & Personality
- Basic knowledge of:
i. Thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics (for mechanical profiles)
ii. Engineering design principles
- Familiarity with:
i. AutoCAD
ii. Microsoft Office
- Strong personal attributes:
i. Willingness to learn and develop technical expertise
ii. Proactive and hands-on mindset
iii. Attention to detail
iv. Ability to work in a team environment
v. Ability to adapt to multicultural and international environments
4. Leadership & Communication Skills
a. Fluent in English (written and spoken).
