Research Engineer (Robotics Hardware & Field Operations)

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University of Singapore seeks a proactive Research Engineer to support hardware development and field deployment of a modular construction robot. You will bridge lab prototypes and real-world sites, ensuring robust, reliable, and well-tested robotic systems.

The role emphasizes hands-on prototyping, field trials, and hardware integration, with opportunities to design fixtures and test rigs using CAD and additive manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• Strong hands-on prototyping skills and experience building electro-mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with Ubuntu Linux, basic ROS/ROS2 commands, and hardware-level communication protocols (CAN, RS232).

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanical assembly, wiring, and hardware troubleshooting of mobile bases, manipulators, and customized end-effectors.
• Conduct sensor calibration (LiDAR, RGB-D cameras) and maintain hardware health of the robot fleet.
• Support field trials and laboratory tests, including logistics preparation and safety compliance.
• Collect, log, and analyze hardware performance and productivity data during field tests.
• Design and fabricate mounting brackets and testing rigs using CAD (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and 3D printing/machining.

Skills

Hands-on prototyping

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechatronics or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

3D printing

Machining

Job description

Job Title: Research Engineer (Robotics Hardware & Field Operations)

University-Level Unit: College of Design and Engineering

Faculty/Department-Level Unit: Mechanical Engineering

Employee Category: Research Staff

Location_ONB: Kent Ridge Campus

Posting Start Date: 27/04/2026

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Research Engineer to support the hardware development and field deployment of a modular construction robot. You will be the crucial link between lab-based prototypes and real-world construction sites, ensuring our robotic systems are robust, reliable, and rigorously tested.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the mechanical assembly, wiring, and hardware troubleshooting of mobile bases, manipulators, and customized end-effectors.
• Conduct sensor calibration (LiDAR, RGB-D cameras) and maintain the hardware health of the robot fleet.
• Support the execution of laboratory and on-site field trials, including logistical preparation and safety compliance.
• Collect, log, and analyze hardware performance and productivity measurement data during field tests.
• Design and fabricate mounting brackets and testing rigs using CAD (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and 3D printing/machining.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
• Strong hands-on prototyping skills and experience building electro-mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with Ubuntu Linux, basic ROS/ROS2 commands, and hardware-level communication protocols (CAN, RS232).
• Willingness to conduct field experiments in dynamic, real-world construction environments.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Req ID: 32654