Project Engineer (MEP)

Job Summary

We are seeking a specialized MEP Project Engineer to spearhead the tendering, design coordination, and execution of Pneumatic Tube Systems (PTS) for hospital development and upgrading projects. You will own the technical and financial preparation of tender documents during the bidding phase, and transition into site supervision, system routing, and testing & commissioning upon contract award.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tender & Pre-Contract Phase

• Tender Estimation: Interpret hospital tender drawings, technical specifications, and Bill of Quantities (BQ) relating to specialized hospital automation and PTS.
• Vendor Sourcing: Secure and evaluate competitive quotations from specialized PTS equipment manufacturers, piping suppliers, and sub-contractors.
• Proposal Drafting: Draft technical proposals, method statements, compliance matrices, and system schematics to respond to public healthcare tender queries.

2. Post-Award & Site Execution Phase

• Routing Design Coordination: Work with drafters to produce detailed PTS shop drawings, coordinate 3D BIM/Revit layouts, and resolve space constraints with other MEP services (e.g., HVAC, medical gas lines).
• Site Management: Supervise on-site installation of pneumatic transport lines, diverter units, blower stations, and user terminals in compliance with hospital infection control and safety standards.
• System Testing & Commissioning (T&C): Lead the T&C phase, including pressure testing, software configuration for station routing, and integrating the PTS with Hospital Information Systems (HIS/EHR).

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Building Services.
• Experience: 2 to 5 years of engineering experience in MEP construction, with specific exposure to Pneumatic Tube Systems (PTS) , Medical Gas systems, or complex automated material handling systems in a healthcare environment.
• Technical Skills: Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic schematics. Proficiency in AutoCAD and BIM/Navisworks for clash detection is highly valued.
• Local Knowledge: Familiarity with Singapore construction tendering processes (e.g., GeBIZ, BCA building codes) and hospital environments.