Senior Design Engineer

Company Description Nova Buildings Group is a regional provider of precision pre-engineered and pre-fabricated building solutions, backed by in-house structural steel manufacturing. Headquartered in Singapore with a manufacturing hub and engineering center in Vietnam, the Group also maintains a presence in key cities across Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The company focuses on sustainable and innovative solutions that address contemporary challenges in the building and construction ecosystem. Nova Buildings emphasizes strong industry partnerships, quality relationships, and dependable design integrity to deliver specialized and cost-effective results. Guided by a lean, agile setup and a mindset of innovation, the team values passion, consistency, and action in fulfilling customer commitments.

Role Description

The key objective of the Senior Design Engineer role is to deliver safe, innovative, and cost‑optimized Pre‑Engineered Building (PEB) solutions. As a Senior Design Engineer not only transforms client requirements into robust technical realities but also ensures that every kilogram of steel is utilized with maximum efficiency. The role demands leadership in applying advanced engineering principles, adherence to both local and international safety standards, and the ability to balance technical feasibility with commercial competitiveness. By driving design excellence and value engineering, the Senior Design Engineer plays a pivotal role in securing project success and strengthening the Company’s reputation for quality and innovation.

Qualifications

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of structural engineering principles and steel design codes. Extensive knowledge of products, designs, manufacturing processes and procedures
• Analytical Skills: Ability to optimize designs for safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in calculations, BOMs, and drawings.
• Problem Solving: Resolves technical challenges during fabrication and installation.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with sales, detailing, and site teams.
• Communication: Clear and professional in technical correspondence and client interactions.
• Knowledge of national & international design codes
• High proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and design software (e.g., STAAD.Pro, SAP2000, Idea Statica, CFS)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to engage with all levels of staff
• Good governance, risk management and compliance
• Great values (Passionate, Accountability, Respect, Teamwork and Integrity)
• ‘Can-do’ attitude with positive mindset
• At least 5 years’ relevant experience in structural steel building or PEB industry