Senior Mechanical Engineer

About Air Liquide Singapore

Air Liquide Singapore

Headquartered in Paris, France, Air Liquide Singapore Private Limited (ALSg) is the largest and leading industrial gas company in South-east Asia. ALSg employs 800 people recognized for their high level of expertise to provide gases, equipment, services and packaged solutions to support the requirements of the Singapore manufacturing industry. With assets of more than S$1 billion, ALSg operates the largest network of air separation plants and gas production facilities dedicated to serving the different industries in Singapore. Strategically located on more than 20 sites in Singapore, our complete range of gases, which are produced under stringent quality control, are used in a wide variety of applications.

About Business Line

Office Location

• Ang Mo Kio, Singapore

Onsite Plants Location

• North Region of Singapore

The Senior Mechanical Engineer supports the Mechanical Maintenance Manager in executing best practices for routine and non-routine maintenance, including planned and unplanned shutdowns. You will need to ensure optimal efficiency and uptime of process equipment, VIE tanks, and H2 bunkers while overseeing timely maintenance, repairs, and overhauls to enhance plant reliability.

• Ensure all mechanical maintenance activities align with the Master Plan Schedule and plant requirements. Lead and guide Mechanical Technicians and Specialists in performing routine, non-routine, planned, and unplanned maintenance for process equipment, VIE tanks, and H2 bunkers.
• Spearhead reliability studies, including RCA and FMEA, to enhance equipment performance and optimize process equipment and system reliability, minimizing downtime and maintenance costs.
• Continuously review and update maintenance procedures for mechanical equipment, incorporating industry best practices. Oversee preventive, predictive, and shutdown maintenance programs to ensure the reliability and longevity of mechanical assets.
• Maintain meticulous engineering and maintenance records, drawings, and documents in section folders and MAXIMO. Serve as the technical focal point for new installations and enhancement projects, ensuring designs prioritize reliability and maintainability.
• Assist in developing training programs for maintenance personnel to enhance technical competency.
• Oversee maintenance, service, and spare parts contracts, including vendor negotiations and inventory management. Ensure the availability of spare parts and oversee inventory planning to support process equipment and VIE tanks.
• Establish stock management systems for new plants and lead the annual stock audit for mechanical spare parts.
• Respond promptly to customer maintenance requests, ensuring onsite presence within two hours for critical repairs.
• Restore equipment failures to serviceable conditions swiftly to resume product supply with minimal downtime. Work closely with the operations team to execute preventive, corrective, and shutdown maintenance on schedule.
• Support operations managers by addressing customer queries and concerns related to equipment maintenance and reliability.
• Act as an internal auditor and coordinate with external auditors to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Oversee plant operations to ensure safety, reliability, and environmental compliance. Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance equipment reliability and longevity.
• Conduct risk assessments (RA) and Method of Statements (MOS) for all mechanical equipment. Regularly review and update mechanical SOPs and manuals to maintain operational consistency.
• Support project execution by auditing equipment, verifying layouts, and witnessing mechanical installations.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in the Marine, Gas, or Chemical industries, specializing in mechanical maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in maintenance and troubleshooting Centrifugal/Reciprocating/Screw Compressors, Refrigerant Units, Cooling Towers, Water Pumps, Valves, Piping and Heat Exchanger.
• Familiarity with international standards such as API and ASME, along with local mechanical installation codes for both static and rotating equipment, is an advantage.
• Possess leadership skills, teamwork capabilities, and the ability to manage projects independently while fostering collaboration.
• Customer-oriented mindset with strong ownership and team management skills, along with a willingness to travel to various plant sites for maintenance support and troubleshooting.

Air Liquide strives to offer its employees a total rewards package that contributes to a positive work environment and supports the well-being of all our employees and team members. We are driven by our Environmental Social Governance objectives and regularly review our benefits to ensure that we’re offering you a competitive package. At Air Liquide, we listen to our employees’ expectations. We create an engaging environment, diverse and inclusive, that allows employees to grow and to thrive.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive remuneration and benefits package including:

• Base salary
• Annual bonus
• Allowances
• Life insurance/Healthcare
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Childcare benefits
• Flexi/Wellness benefits
• Learning opportunities
• Mobility opportunities
• Volunteering opportunities

We thank you for your interest in Air Liquide. Interested applicants are encouraged to send in a detailed resume, including reasons for leaving for past employment. Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.