Research Assistant (Robotics / Mechatronics)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

NTU Singapore's School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering seeks a candidate to assist researchers in experiments and to develop control systems for insect-machine hybrid robotics. The role includes preparing papers, reports, and progress presentations with regular updates.

The position requires a Diploma or Bachelor in a related field and strong ability to read engineering drawings and technical documents. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor degree in Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, Automation, or related field.
• Oral and written communication skills, plus ability to read, comprehend, and explain engineering drawings and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Assist research engineers and scientists for their experiments.
• Assist to develop control system for insect-machine hybrid robot.
• Write and prepare research papers, technical reports and presentations for project progress, and provide regular reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading engineering drawings

Education

Diploma or Bachelor in Science/Engineering

Job description

The School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) is a robust, dynamic and multi-disciplinary international research community comprising of world-class scientists and bright students. MAE prides itself in its excellent research capabilities in areas including advanced manufacturing, aerospace, biomedical, energy, industrial engineering, maritime engineering, robotics, etc. The school is equipped with state-of-the-art research infrastructure, housing a comprehensive range of cluster laboratories, test bedding facilities, research centres/institutes and corporate laboratories. Cutting-edge research in MAE addresses the immediate needs of our industries and supports the nation’s long-term development strategies. In the new era of industrial 4.0 and sustainable living, MAE is rigorous in developing new competencies to support the growth and competitiveness of our engineering sector in the global landscape. MAE has grown to be leader in Engineering Research, ranking amongst the top engineering schools in the world. For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/mae/research.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist research engineers and scientists for their experiments
• Assist to develop control system for insect-machine hybrid robot
• Write and prepare research papers, technical reports and presentations for project progress, and provide regular reports
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Job Requirements

• A Diploma Degree or Bachelor Degree in Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, Automation, or related field
• Oral and written communication skills, plus ability to read, comprehend, and explain engineering drawings and technical documents

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution

NTU A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the Engineering, Business, Science, Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, and Graduate colleges. It also has a medical school, the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, established jointly with Imperial College London. NTU is also home to world-class autonomous institutes – the National Institute of Education, S Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Earth Observatory of Singapore, and Singapore Centre for Environmental Life Sciences Engineering – and various leading research centres such as the Nanyang Environment & Water Research Institute (NEWRI) and Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N). Ranked amongst the world’s top universities by QS, NTU has also been named the world’s top young university for the past seven years. The University’s main campus is frequently listed among the Top 15 most beautiful university campuses in the world and has 57 Green Mark-certified (equivalent to LEED-certified) buildings, of which 95% are certified Green Mark Platinum. Apart from its main campus, NTU also has a campus in Novena, Singapore’s healthcare district. Under the NTU Smart Campus vision, the University harnesses the power of digital technology and tech-enabled solutions to support better learning and living experiences, the discovery of new knowledge, and the sustainability of resources. For more information, visit www.ntu.edu.sg