Control Systems Research Engineer (All Levels)

LITEON SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LITEON Singapore invites applications for a research-driven role in its Cloud Infrastructure Platform and Solutions (CIPS) Research Team. You will contribute to early-stage projects, collaborating with academia, suppliers, customers, and partners to deliver proof-of-concept designs.

The role emphasizes control theory, MATLAB/Simulink modeling, and embedded software on DSPs/MCUs/FPGA for energy systems and power electronics. Strong communication and innovation are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s in Electrical/Electronic/Control Engineering or related field.
• Strong background in control theory, digital control and signal processing.
• Understanding of power electronics architectures and control methods.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, embedded software (C/C++), and version control.

Responsibilities

• Literature reviews and studies on control systems for power converters and energy systems.
• Identify problems and market gaps to guide further research work.
• Design, model, and simulate advanced control algorithms.
• Implement control software on DSPs, MCUs, or FPGAs.
• Integrate real-time diagnostics and control loops with sensors and interfaces.
• Produce research reports, design guides, patents, and performance reports.

Skills

Control theory

Digital control

Signal processing

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

Embedded software

MCU architecture

Sensors & comms

Prototyping & testing

Python

Education

PhD or Master in Electrical/Electronic/Control Eng

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

LTspice

Python

Git

Oscilloscopes

Job description

LITEON is a world-leading provider of optoelectronic semiconductor components and power management modules. At LITEON we put people at the core - LITEON has built a culture of trust and empowerment that enhances employee involvement, engagement, and commitment to excellence.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Cloud Infrastructure Platform and Solutions (CIPS) Research Team. Our CIPS Research team is focussed on developing future technology systems to support growth in the rapidly evolving data center sector. The successful candidate will be directly involved in early-stage research projects, working with academic institutions, suppliers, customers, and partners to deliver proof of concept designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete literature reviews and studies to explore existing and future control systems.
• Identify problems, future needs or market gaps to establish areas of further work.
• Design, model, and simulate advanced control algorithms for power converters, electric drives, and energy systems.
• Implement control software on embedded platforms (DSPs, MCUs, or FPGAs).
• Integrate real time diagnostics, fault detection and control loops with sensors, actuators and communication interfaces in real hardware to demonstrate feasibility.
• Write research reports, design guides, patents and performance reports.

Requirements

• PhD or Master’s degree in Electrical / Electronic / Control Engineering or related field.
• Strong experience with control theory, digital control and signal processing.
• Understanding of common power electronic architectures (AC/DC, DC/AC, DC/DC, etc) and control methods.
• Knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink, embedded software (C/C++), architecture design and software version control.
• Solid understanding of microcontroller architectures, sensors, and communication protocols.
• Hands-on prototyping and testing experience using oscilloscopes, electronic loads and power analysers.
• Expertise in using simulation tools to aid the development and assessment of the proposed solution (MATLAB, Simulink, Python, LTspice, etc.)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated passion for innovation and commitment to continuous learning.
• We welcome applicants at all experience levels, from recent graduates to seasoned professionals.

Why Join Us

• Work in a world-class R&D environment with well-equipped labs, top-tier industry connections and collaborative teams.
• Shape the future of energy-efficient data storage and AI cloud computing – from renewable energy integration to next generation infrastructure.
• Opportunities to publish, patent and innovate designs for future products.
• Competitive compensation, research autonomy and a continuous learning culture