Lead AM Design Engineer - DfAM & LPBF Innovation

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research

Singapore

On-site

SGD 75,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

SIMTech's Additive Innovation Centre (AIC) within A*STAR invites a motivated Research Engineer to join efforts in laser powder bed fusion and related AM technologies, working with industry and multi-disciplinary teams from concept to validation.

You will lead design for additive manufacturing, develop CAD models and drawings, perform simulations, and ensure GD&T and process documentation while advancing AM solutions for industrial deployment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
Hands-on experience in additive manufacturing, including DfAM and CAD-based modelling.
Knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and process planning.

Responsibilities

Lead the technical design scope for customer and industry projects, translating requirements into manufacturable AM solutions.
Develop product designs from concept through CAD models and production drawings.
Prepare, review, and approve engineering drawings, docs, and specifications.
Apply DfAM to optimise components for weight, functionality, and build efficiency.
Perform design optimisation using topology, lattice structures, FEA, and simulations.
Develop AM build strategies including orientation, nesting, supports, and process params.
Ensure GD&T compliance and downstream manufacturing and inspection.
Hands-on operation, monitoring, and unpacking of AM systems.
Design and execute experiments to develop robust AM processes.
Coordinate post-processing to deliver end-to-end AM solutions.
Analyze results and document findings for reports and presentations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project execution.