Choa Chu Kang - Engineering Manager

About Aprisium

Aprisium is a Singapore-based DeepTech startup committed to environmental sustainability through advanced IoT-enabled, real-time contamination detection and monitoring solutions. Our flagship products, like the Aprisium Continuum Analyser, deliver continuous, autonomous insights to industries such as aquaculture, drinking water, wastewater, and cooling systems.

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Engineering Manager to lead the design, development, manufacturing, rapid prototyping, and process optimization of our state-of-the-art analyzers. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects, and scaling our operations effectively.

This role will report to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of APRISIUM.

As a Engineering Manager you will be responsible for the following duties:

Leadership Management & Planning:

• Responsible to plan, design, and oversee engineering projects , including setting project timeline, budgetary cost, schedules, resource allocation, ensuring compliance with formal contractual obligations and performance criteria.
• Understand and assess sensor needs and requirements from the businesses point of view, recommend and develop sensor solutions to meet customer needs.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams across mechanical, electronics, fluidics, and software disciplines; delegating tasks, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Collaborate with the R&D, Project Deployment, and other department on big data processing, machine learning, sensor design & development to ensuring seamless integration with IoT analyzers while meeting deadlines for all assigned tasks.
• Oversee the end-to-end design and development of Aprisium’s analyzers, ensuring quality, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to integrate features and customer insights.
• Ensure products adhere to CE marking, RoHS, and other relevant regulatory requirements for safety, environmental standards, and quality; collaborate with external certifying bodies to secure necessary certifications and approvals.
• Stay updated on global regulatory changes and incorporate compliance needs into product design and development.
• Establish a streamlined process for rapid prototyping, validation, and iterative improvement of new designs.
• Supervise the development of functional prototypes for testing and customer feedback.
• Understand modularity in product design to enable efficient manufacturing and assembly.
• Plan for and execute the spread of module assembly to the EU and US in the future to support regional markets.

Manufacturing and Vendor Management:

• Work with procurement to identify and develop strategic vendors for manufacturing components and strategic outsourcing.
• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage key stakeholders and suppliers.
• Define and implement scalable manufacturing processes to support global deployments.
• Optimize designs for cost-efficiency, assembly, and supply chain constraints.
• Establish and oversee rigorous testing protocols for product reliability and performance.
• Ensure all products meet internal quality benchmarks and customer expectations.
• Perform other duties as directed by Management.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years industry experience ( ie: Water treatment, Oil & Gas / Pharmaceutical)
• Results orientated with ability to plan and deliver against multiple projects date lines.
• Exhibit strong leadership, effective communication, strategic delegation, critical problem-solving, and decisive decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of emerging sensor technology trends, data analytic, deep understanding of engineering principles, industry-specific technologies, and methodologies.
• Demonstrate strong technical expertise in mechanical and electronics design, including proficiency in CAD tools and PCB design software.
• Proven track record in designing, developing, and manufacturing IoT-enabled or sensor-based products.
• Experience with fluidics, sensors, or contamination detection technologies is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with rapid prototyping techniques such as 3D printing and CNC machining.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain management, and DFM/DFT principles.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At APRISIUM, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every team member can thrive and reach their full potential. We believe that the strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our people, and we are dedicated to creating an environment that promotes growth, opportunity, and fairness for all.

At APRISIUM, you will have the opportunity to build your career, shape your future, and make a meaningful impact in a workplace that values excellence, integrity, and inclusion.

Join us in creating a cleaner, more sustainable world!