Project Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Not listed
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Junior
- Employment
- Internship
- Experience
- 0+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Education: Polytechnic or above in Vehicle Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or a related.
- Domain Knowledge: Basic understanding of or strong interest in UNECE R155/R156, ISO/SAE 21434, and the WP.29 type-approval framework. Knowledge of in-vehicle networks, software architecture, or ISO 26
- Experience: This role is open to candidates with 0-2 years of relevant experience (including internships). Prior internship experience in R155/R156 certification, auditing, or testing is a strong adva
- Basic to intermediate Mandarin language skills are preferred, enabling effective communication with Chinese-speaking clients, OEM partners, and engineering teams.
- Core Competencies: Strong logical thinking, analytical, and documentation skills. Detail-oriented, a collaborative team player, and eager to learn new technologies and regulations.
- Other Requirements: Willing to travel for project assignments as required.
- Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents only
Full description
Do you want to boost the future towards a safe, secure and sustainable world?
At DEKRA we deal with future topics in every field of work: from vehicle inspection to cyber security, from product testing to clean energies or from automated driving to artificial intelligence. We anticipate technical developments early on and drive industry transformation as thought leaders. For the exciting tasks that lie ahead we are looking for skilled and passionate people who want to grow and achieve their best in a global team. Enthusiasts wanting to do meaningful work and to make a contribution as a trusted partner for our clients and for society. People like you.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Project Engineer to join our team in Singapore. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to be trained and mentored in the end-to-end process of UNECE R155 (Cybersecurity) and R156 (Software Update) vehicle type approval projects. This is an excellent entry point into the high-growth field of automotive cybersecurity compliance.
- Key ResponsibilitiesProject Execution Support: full-cycle execution of R155/R156 vehicle type approval projects, including client coordination, preliminary review of technical documents, on-site assessment support, test witnessing, and project documentation.
- Regulatory Research & Consulting: Study and interpret key automotive cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., UNECE R155/R156, ISO/SAE 21434). Assist in providing basic technical consultation and training support to OEMs and suppliers.
- Technical Assessment Assistance: Participate in cybersecurity architecture reviews for vehicles and onboard systems. Assist in conducting Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) and verifying the effectiveness of security controls.
- Report Compilation: Prepare certification assessment reports, audit reports, and test reports, ensuring compliance with EU WVTA requirements.
- Cross-team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with internal labs, type-approval authorities, and external clients. Track project progress and assist in resolving basic technical and compliance issues.
- Knowledge Base Maintenance: Stay updated on global automotive cybersecurity regulations and assist in maintaining the internal regulatory database and checklists.
Qualifications
- Education: Polytechnic or above in Vehicle Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, or a related.
- Domain Knowledge: Basic understanding of or strong interest in UNECE R155/R156, ISO/SAE 21434, and the WP.29 type-approval framework. Knowledge of in-vehicle networks, software architecture, or ISO 26262 is a plus.