AI-Driven HVAC Research Engineer — Edge Energy Optimization

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore (NUS) at Kent Ridge Campus seeks a Research Engineer (RE) or Research Assistant (RA) to develop AI-driven energy optimization for industrial HVAC systems. The role emphasizes deployment on industrial PCs, data integration from multiple HVAC components, and validation against baseline energy profiles.

The candidate should have a strong HVAC background, familiarity with BMS architectures and protocols, and experience in Python/C++/MATLAB with embedded systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with strong academic record and technical HVAC background.
• Solid working knowledge of chiller plants, AHUs, CTs, pumps and control logics.
• Familiarity with BMS architectures and industrial protocols (BACnet, Modbus, OPC-UA).
• Proficiency in Python, C++, or MATLAB; experience with IPCs/edge devices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deploy AI-driven HVAC optimization algorithms on IPCs for real-time edge execution.
• Build data pipelines from chillers, AHUs, CTs, and pumps using BMS/Modbus/BACnet/OPC-UA.
• Integrate and validate control parameters in the BMS to reduce energy use.
• Conduct field testing, calibration, and performance validation against baselines.
• Assist in documentation, reports, and academic publications.

Skills

Python

C++

MATLAB

Embedded systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

BACnet

Modbus

OPC-UA

PLC/SCADA

Job description

National University of Singapore (NUS) at Kent Ridge Campus seeks a Research Engineer (RE) or Research Assistant (RA) to develop AI-driven energy optimization for industrial HVAC systems. The role emphasizes deployment on industrial PCs, data integration from multiple HVAC components, and validation against baseline energy profiles.

The candidate should have a strong HVAC background, familiarity with BMS architectures and protocols, and experience in Python/C++/MATLAB with embedded systems.