Engineering Services
Overview
Singapore's engineering services industry designs, builds, and maintains the systems that keep our city running, like transport, manufacturing, and power.
About industry
The Engineering Services industry handles projects from start to end, including early planning and design, construction, testing, and long-term operations and maintenance. Singapore's engineering firms have delivered iconic projects like Changi Airport Terminal 5, Tuas Megaport and our expanding rail network. Whether you're interested in design, project management, or construction, this sector offers opportunities to build tomorrow's infrastructure.
Industry facts
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About 2,700 engineering companies operate in Singapore, from small and medium enterprises to large multinational corporations.
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Singapore accounts for significant global output: 10% of refrigeration compressors, 30% of hearing aids, and 70% of semiconductor wire bonders.
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Singapore is the regional leader for oil and gas equipment manufacturing and aerospace maintenance services.
Asia's Urbanisation Driving Infrastructure Demand
By 2030, Asia is expected to account for 64% of the global middle class, and 1.2 billion new urban dwellers by 2050. This rapid growth creates sustained demand for infrastructure such as power, transport, water, industrial infrastructure and more. Engineering professionals will be key to delivering these large-scale regional projects.
Singapore as a Regional Engineering Hub
Singapore is establishing itself as a regional engineering hub, supported by Asia's most extensive network of free trade agreements. This gives Singapore-based companies stronger access to emerging markets. Engineering professionals here will often work on complex multi-country projects. This positioning creates exciting opportunities for you to work on international projects while being locally based.
R&D and Innovation Shaping the Sector
Singapore's strong R&D infrastructure is transforming the engineering sector. Companies are moving beyond basic manufacturing and construction into advanced design, prototyping, and comprehensive solution development. This shift creates exciting opportunities for you in high-skilled, innovative roles that combine traditional engineering work with cutting-edge technology and creative problem-solving.
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