JOB DETAILS

Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering [ITE College West]

CompanyPublic Service Division
LocationSingapore
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 7, 2026
About The Company
The Government Technology Agency of Singapore (GovTech) is the lead agency driving Singapore's Smart Nation initiative and public sector digital transformation. We harness the power of technology to make lives better for citizens, businesses, international audiences and the public service sector. Our mission: Engineering Digital Government, Making Lives Better. Our goal is to create a government that is "Digital to the Core, and Serves with Heart". We achieve this by using technology to create services that are easy, seamless and secure for people to use, and placing the needs of citizens and businesses at the centre of everything we do. As a digital government, our public officers are also able to continually upskill, adapt to new challenges and work more effectively across agencies as well as with citizens and businesses in Singapore.
About the Role

[What the role is]

As a Lecturer, your contributions go beyond teaching and facilitating learning. You will play a critical role in recognising and nurturing your students' potential and their lifelong learning needs.

[What you will be working on]

You will develop and deliver engaging lectures that inspire and shape the future of our students. In addition to your teaching responsibilities, you will serve as a mentor and guide, supporting students in their academic and personal growth. You will also undertake industry or consultancy projects to stay current with professional trends and evolving industry changes. Building and maintaining strong connections with industry and educational institutions is crucial. You will have opportunities for regular industry attachments or experiences to continuously update your skills, knowledge, and professional practices.

You will specialise in delivering education in either automation technologies and smart systems, or mechanical systems maintenance and operations, preparing students for modern manufacturing demands.

[What we are looking for]

We are seeking highly skilled engineering professionals who are keen to mentor and guide the next generation of technical experts in ITE as Lecturers in Mechanical Engineering.

• Hands-on experience: Minimum 3 years in either:

  • Industrial automation, robotics systems, or smart manufacturing environments, OR

  • Mechanical systems maintenance, industrial piping and valve operations, or machinery maintenance (examples include industrial facilities, power plants, water treatment facilities, building services, or similar environments)

• Technical Expertise: Proficient in at least two of the following:

  • PLC programming and system integration

  • Industrial robotics setup, programming and maintenance

  • Automation system troubleshooting and smart manufacturing technologies

  • Mechanical systems maintenance and testing procedures

  • Industrial piping and valve systems installation and repair

  • Machinery maintenance including transmission systems and industrial pumps

• Industry Knowledge: Up-to-date with at least one of the following:

  • Digital manufacturing and Industry 4.0 concepts

  • IoT integration and predictive maintenance technologies

  • Condition monitoring systems and cybersecurity principles for industrial systems

  • Sustainability practices in automation and manufacturing operations

• Educational Background: Trained in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related engineering disciplines with practical experience in chosen specialisation area.

• Professional Attributes: Passion and commitment to engineering and teaching career, with strong communication skills and ability to mentor students.

• Additional Advantage: Knowledge of using AI in engineering environments, professional robotics certifications, or experience in training technical personnel.

Those with good and relevant experience can look forward to Senior Lecturer or equivalent positions, with career development opportunities to leadership positions in the Colleges or Headquarters.

Applicants may check their application status at the end of 8 weeks from the closing date of this job posting.

Key Skills
Mechanical EngineeringPLC ProgrammingIndustrial RoboticsSystem IntegrationAutomation TechnologiesSmart ManufacturingMechanical Systems MaintenanceIndustrial PipingValve OperationsMachinery MaintenanceCondition MonitoringIoT IntegrationPredictive MaintenanceCybersecuritySustainability PracticesMentoring
Categories
EducationEngineeringManufacturingGovernment & Public Sector
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
You will develop and deliver engaging lectures in mechanical engineering while mentoring students in their academic and personal growth. Additionally, you will undertake industry consultancy projects and maintain strong professional connections to stay current with industry trends.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
4222
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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