Principal Engineer

AEM; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor test equipment firm in Singapore is seeking a seasoned expert to lead a design team focused on electrical hardware development. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in electrical design and be skilled in AI-enabled systems. This role offers opportunities for travel to the US and requires strong leadership and problem-solving capabilities. Join the team to innovate and develop cutting-edge solutions.

Qualifications

• Over 15 years of experience in electrical design including small-signal analog circuitry.
• Knowledge of AI-enabled modeling and predictive control tools.
• Familiarity with machine learning algorithms for anomaly detection.

Responsibilities

• Lead a design team in developing electrical hardware and system architecture.
• Oversee execution of engineering projects ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Mentor engineers and promote an inclusive workplace.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Data analysis skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

FPGA design processes

Verilog or VHDL

Job description

Leads new product development at AEM. Will manage a small, fast-moving team focused on developing disruptive solutions in the semiconductor test equipment industry. Responsibilities will range from leading the team in the definition of system level architectures to hands-on integration and test of designs into new products. Current experience with leading small electrical/FW/SW focused design teams and hands-on design of digital and analog control circuitry is a key part of this role. This role requires the potential candidate to travel to the US frequently to learn from our US technical leaders.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Leads a design team involved in all aspects of the development of electrical hardware, including system architecture, schematic design, component selection, FW/SW design, documentation, initial test and system integration
• Oversee the end-to-end execution of complex engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to quality standards, and effective resource allocation in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, mentoring engineers to develop technical expertise and leadership skills while promoting an inclusive and innovative workplace
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including product management, systems and mechanical engineers to define project requirements, optimize processes, and develop optimum solutions for manufacturability and serviceability
• Manages and develops analog and digital circuitry design solutions to satisfy new project requirements
• Manages the development of FPGA firmware to implement closed-loop and system control solutions
• Supports product integration and customer buy-off at customer sites as required
• Architect and implement AI/ML-driven feedback or control loops, integrating data from sensors, thermal maps, and system diagnostics to improve real-time response and efficiency.

Job Qualifications

• >15 years of experience in electrical design including small-signal analog circuitry, uC and/or FGPA based control circuitry
• Knowledge of AI-enabled modeling, simulation, or predictive control tools to optimize thermal system performance and equipment behaviour.
• Familiarity with machine learning algorithms, particularly those applied to anomaly detection, predictive maintenance, or process optimization in hardware-centric systems.
• Strong leadership skills with proven track record of first-time design success and on-time/on-budget deliveries
• Working knowledge of common communication protocols, SPI, CAN, RS-485, I2C, 1-Wire, etc.
• Familiarity with FPGA design processes, Verilog or VHDL
• Strong problem solving and data analysis skills
• Able to maintain a high level of productivity with minimal supervision
• Able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining quality professional results
• Effective Interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience improving and developing the knowledge & skills of others

Education

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related field.