Senior/Research Engineer - School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Description For Senior/Research Engineer - School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Singapore Polytechnic, recognized with the Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award and ranked among Singapore's Top 20 most attractive employers, seeks a Senior/Research Engineer for their Robotics & Automation co-location lab. This role combines software engineering and robotics expertise to develop cutting-edge automation solutions for Industry 4.0. The position involves leading research projects, mentoring students, and collaborating with industry partners to create innovative robotics applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in robotics, programming, and automation systems, with experience in Python, C++, and ROS. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of education and industrial innovation, contributing to Singapore's manufacturing sector advancement. The position includes both technical development and project leadership responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who wants to impact both industry and education while working with cutting-edge robotics technology.
Responsibilities For Senior/Research Engineer - School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Design and develop practical robotic systems and automation solutions for industry partners
- Lead applied research projects in collaboration with industry partners and local SMEs
- Guide and mentor students in robotics and automation projects
- Develop industry-relevant technical solutions using robotics, IoT, and automation technologies
- Create proof-of-concept prototypes and conduct demonstration projects
- Support technology translation from concept to implementation
- Lead business outreach efforts to identify and secure industry collaboration projects
- Develop project proposals and budgets for government grants and industry funding
- Engage with industry partners to understand their automation needs
- Present technical solutions to potential industry partners
- Support Engineering clusters' technology showcase events
- Maintain and upgrade the Robotics and Automation co-lab facilities
- Provide technical consultation to industry partners
Requirements For Senior/Research Engineer - School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Relevant Qualification in Computer/Electronics/Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering
- 3 years of relevant working experience in industrial robotics and automation systems
- Familiar with industrial IoT platforms, machine vision systems, AI and deep learning frameworks
- Knowledge of programming skills such as Python, C++ and ROS (Robot Operating System)
- Experience with PLC programming, industrial automation systems and protocols
- Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts and applications
- Understanding of local manufacturing industry needs
- Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement
- Self-driven, possess strong problem-solving abilities and good communication skills
- Understanding of local industry grant schemes and funding mechanisms
- Experience in writing grant proposals
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