Research Engineer, Additive Technology Innovation, SIMTech

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES in Singapore seeks an experienced Mechanical/AM engineer to contribute to research and industry projects in additive manufacturing, focusing on composites and metallic systems. You will support product/system concepts, simulations, prototype fabrication, testing, data analysis and lab operations.

The role requires CAD proficiency (NX/SolidWorks), experience with FEA/CFD, NDT and structured documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience.
• Experience in product design, composites or structural analysis is advantageous.
• Proficiency in CAD and 2D drawings using NX/SolidWorks; GD&T knowledge beneficial.
• Experience with traditional inspection methods, NDT, handheld tools, FAI documentation preferable.
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing technologies and metallic fixture design advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Translate customer problem statements into practical product or system concepts for industry applications, R&D activities, innovation and technology improvement.
• Perform FEA/CFD simulation, design evaluation, optimization, lightweighting, sizing and design iterations for prototype fabrication and verification.
• Operate robotic/CAM-based systems for fabrication, post-processing, test coupon preparation and material characterization, including tensile, compression and bending tests.
• Conduct quality assessment, CMM, NDT, handheld inspection, FAI support and data analysis for parts and final products.
• Support product testing through sensor installation, instrumentation, data acquisition and failure investigation.
• Design jigs and fixtures, prepare 2D drawings, document design evolution and maintain records for archiving.
• Coordinate with machining houses and vendors for jig/fixture fabrication, assembly, maintenance and checks.
• Support lab operations, equipment scheduling, procurement, inventory control and lab improvements.
• Work safely and in compliance with HSE requirements and procedures.

Skills

CAD

GD&T

NDT

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

CMM

Job description

The successful candidate will contribute to research and industry projectsin additive manufacturing (AM), with a focus on composites, metallicand polymer systems.In a dynamic R&D environment, the engineer will support product and system conceptualisation, FEA/CFD simulation, prototype fabrication, post-processing, NDT, mechanical testing, data analysis, quality assessment, robotic/CAM-basedoperations, jig and fixture development, documentation, procurement, lab operations, equipment maintenance, inventory control, HSE compliance and risk assessments.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate customer problem statements into practical product or systemconcepts for industry applications, R&D activities, innovation and technology improvement.
• Perform FEA/CFD simulation, design evaluation, optimization, lightweighting, sizing and design iterations for prototype fabrication and verification.
• Operate industrial robotic/CAM-based systems for fabrication, post-processing, test coupon preparation and material characterisation, including tensile, compression and bending tests.
• Conduct quality assessment, CMM, NDT, handheld inspection, FAI supportand data analysis for parts, components and final products.
• Support product testing through sensor installation, instrumentation, data acquisition, data post-processing and failure investigation.
• Design jigs and fixtures, prepare 2D drawings, document product design evolution and maintain records for archiving.
• Coordinate with machining houses and vendors for jig/fixture fabrication, assembly, equipment diagnostics, preventive maintenance and function checks.
• Support lab operations, equipment scheduling, procurement, raw feedstock management, inventory control and lab improvement activities.
• Work safely and effectively in compliance with HSE requirements, risk assessmentsand operational procedures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineeringor a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum3 years of engineering experience.
• Internship, research or project experience in product design,composite materials or structural analysis is advantageous.
• Proficiency in CAD and 2D drawings using NX/SolidWorks;knowledge of GD&T is beneficial.
• Experience in traditional inspection methods, NDT, handheld measurement tools and FAI document preparation is preferred.
• Knowledge of additivemanufacturing technologies, composite materials, prototyping, composite processing/post-processing and metallicfixture design is advantageous.
• Familiarity with CAM-based systems such as robotic systems or CNC isan added advantage.
• Proactive, detail-oriented team player with good communication skills, strong ownership, willingness to learn and abilityto deliver technicalsolutions on time.