Project Engineer - Pneumatic Tube Systems (PTS)

About the role

A specialized MEP Project Engineer is sought to lead the tendering, design coordination and execution of Pneumatic Tube Systems (PTS) for hospital development and upgrading projects. The role covers preparing tender documents technically and financially during bidding, then moving to site supervision, system routing and testing and commissioning after contract award.

Key responsibilities

• Tender estimation: interpret hospital tender drawings, technical specifications and Bills of Quantities for hospital automation and PTS.
• Vendor sourcing: secure and evaluate quotations from PTS equipment manufacturers, piping suppliers and sub-contractors.
• Proposal drafting: prepare technical proposals, method statements, compliance matrices and system schematics for public healthcare tenders.
• Post-award routing design: work with drafters on detailed PTS shop drawings, coordinate 3D BIM/Revit layouts and resolve clashes with HVAC and medical gas lines.
• Site management: supervise installation of pneumatic transport lines, diverter units, blower stations and user terminals in line with infection control and safety standards.
• Testing and commissioning: lead pressure testing, software configuration for station routing and integration with Hospital Information Systems (HIS/EHR).

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or Building Services.
• 2 to 5 years of MEP construction experience, with exposure to PTS, Medical Gas systems or automated material handling in a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with Singapore construction tendering processes (GeBIZ, BCA building codes) and hospital environments.

Required skills

• Reading and interpreting mechanical, electrical and pneumatic schematics.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; BIM/Navisworks for clash detection is highly valued.