Research Engineer (Optics & Physics), ETD/Optical Lab, NMC

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established research agency in Singapore is seeking a highly motivated Research Engineer to advance precision measurement and metrology research. The successful candidate will design experiments, conduct detailed measurements, and analyze data in an optical laboratory. Candidates should possess strong innovation capacity, problem-solving skills, and a minimum of 2 years of experience in optical measurements. This role involves significant contributions to semiconductor metrology and next-generation sensing technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in optical measurements and data analysis.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and able to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments in the optical laboratory.
• Acquire data and perform in-depth analyses.
• Work on optical characterization and inspection techniques.

Skills

Optical measurements

Computer programming for instrument control

Data analysis

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Research Engineer, ETD/Optical Lab, NMC

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to join our team in advancing precision measurement and metrology research for emerging technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and conducting experimental activities in the optical laboratory, with responsibilities of designing experiments, conducting detailed measurements, acquiring data, and performing in-depth analyses.

Given the multidisciplinary nature of our projects, we are looking for individuals with strong innovation capacity, good problem‑solving skills, and a willingness to learn new techniques. This position offers a unique opportunity to design and implement state‑of‑the‑art optical measurement systems for applications in semiconductor metrology, and next‑generation sensing technologies – contributing directly to the advancement of Singapore’s national metrology capabilities and innovation ecosystem.

The Potential Topics Include

• Laser absorption spectroscopy, particularly Tunable Diode Laser Absorption Spectroscopy (TDLAS), for humidity and water vapor measurement, and related
• Optical characterization and inspection (e.g., ellipsometry, scatterometry, interferometry)
• Semiconductor optical fiber characterization, and its potential applications in optical sensing and wearable devices.

Job Requirements

• Able to conduct optical measurements and analyses of data and develop metrological solutions for emerging trends.
• Knowledge and experience in optical measurements are required.
• Good knowledge in computer programming for instrument control and statistical techniques would be an added advantage.
• Enthusiastic, highly self‑motivated attitude and being able to work in multi‑disciplinary team.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a team.
• Minimum 2 Years of Experience.
• Good communication and presentation skills.