R&D Engineer - Product Design [Office Hours]

Sunningdale Tech Ltd is a leading manufacturer of precision plastic components. The Group provides one-stop, turnkey plastic solutions, with capabilities ranging from product & mould designs, mould fabrication, injection moulding, complementary finishings, through to the precision assembly of complete products.

Boasting a total factory space of more than 4 million sq feet, with more than 1,000 injection moulding machines and a tooling capacity of 2,000 moulds per year, Sunningdale Tech is focusing on serving four key business segments – Automotive/Aerospace, Consumer/IT, Healthcare and Tooling.

With manufacturing facilities across Singapore, Malaysia (Johor, Penang), China (Tianjin, Shanghai, Suzhou, Zhongshan, Guangzhou, and Chuzhou), Latvia (Riga), Mexico (Guadalajara), North America (Phoenix), India (Chennai), Thailand (Rayong), and Indonesia (Batam), Sunningdale Tech is strategically positioned to target and capture opportunities in diverse business sectors globally.

As an industry leader with deep engineering expertise and experience, Sunningdale Tech is driven to solve your challenges by applying our advanced capabilities & leading technology in ways that benefit you. We’re ready to provide solutions at every step of the process to reduce lead time and add value for customers, while maintaining our excellent quality. Beyond that, we build on our strong foundations to think out of the box and apply relevant new possibilities for your complex engineering problems. Customers can trust us to constantly solve challenges to meet their needs, and apply new ideas for better outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative product concepts based on customer requirements, sketches, or marketing input.
• Create 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D engineering drawings.
• Perform mechanical design of plastic, metal, and hybrid assemblies.
• Conduct tolerance analysis, stack-up studies, and fit/function reviews.
• Drive concept-to-prototype-to-production design process.
• Participate in customer discussions to understand technical requirements.
• Translate customer needs into engineering specifications and design solutions.
• Present concepts, design proposals, and technical recommendations.
• Support design changes and engineering problem-solving during project execution.
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM) for injection molding, CNC, sheet metal, die casting, etc.
• Work with suppliers and internal manufacturing teams.
• Optimize designs for cost, quality, assembly, and reliability.
• Coordinate prototype builds using 3D printing, CNC, silicone tooling, etc.
• Plan and execute functional tests, drop tests, life tests, and validation.
• Any other duties as and when assigned
• Take reasonable care of workplace health and safety; abide by all EHS policies and procedures; cooperate with Management and colleagues in EHS initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Product Design Engineering / Mechatronics or related discipline.
• 3–8 years of relevant experience in Product Design, R&D, OEM/ODM, or product development environment.
• Good exposure in plastic, sheet metal, rubber/silicone, and hybrid product design.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including injection molding, machining, stamping, MIM, extrusion, and assembly.
• Familiar with GD&T, tolerance analysis, BOM creation, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Hands-on experience in 3D CAD design (SolidWorks) and product prototyping.
• Basic knowledge of CAE/FEA simulation will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of engineering plastics, product design principles, and product validation.
• Competent in engineering calculations, fit/function analysis, and technical problem solving.
• Good communication skills with customers and cross-functional teams, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

The above statements reflect the general tasks, duties, activities and/or responsibilities necessary to describe this position and is not intended to set forth all of the specific requirements of the job. These job duties/responsibilities may change or vary in response to business needs.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

Sunningdale Tech is an equal opportunity employer – we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce will cultivate a vibrant, productive and innovative workplace where all employees are truly respected and valued.

All qualified applicants shall be considered for employment regardless of age, race, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, political and/or third party affiliation or veteran status. All offers of employment shall be conditioned upon successful completion of background checks, valid work passes and medical screenings, as applicable and/or mandated by law, and subject to the applicable local laws and regulations.