Research Fellow (Marine Hydrodynamics) - WX6

Singapore Institute of Technology; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) invites applications for a research staff role to deliver an industry innovation project on a cloud-based Ship Simulation and Optimisation Software Platform. The successful candidate will join a team led by the PI/Co-PI to conduct ship hydrodynamic CFD studies and develop naval architecture tools.

Applicants should have a degree in Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering, with additional qualifications (Masters/PhD) and programming experience considered

Qualifications

• Relevant competence in naval architecture and ship hydrodynamics.
• Degree in Naval Architecture / Ocean Engineering / related engineering field.
• Master's or PhD degree will be advantageous.
• Experience with programming languages will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on an industry innovation research project as part of a research team.
• Manage project deliverables with PI, Co-PI and team members.
• Carry out ship hydrodynamic and CFD simulations.
• Develop naval architecture calculation tools and ship design tools.
• Work independently and in a team to operate and maintain equipment.
• Undertake adhoc duties assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

Ship hydrodynamics

CFD simulations

Technical writing

Analytical thinking

Education

Naval Architecture

Ocean Engineering

Master's or PhD advantageous

Tools

CFD software

Ship design tools

Job description

As a University of Applied Learning, SIT works closely with industry in our research pursuits. Our research staff will have the opportunity to be equipped with applied research skill sets that are relevant to industry demands while working on research projects in SIT.

The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver on an industry innovation research project where you will be part of the research team to develop/produce/investigate a cloud-based Ship Simulation and Optimisation Software Platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in and manage the research project with Principal Investigator (PI), Co-PI and the research team members to ensure all project deliverables are met.
• Undertake these responsibilities in the project:
  1. Carry out ship hydrodynamic and CFD simulations.
  2. Develop naval architecure calculation and ship design tools based on analytical or empirical methods, i.e., stability calculation, resistance and propulsion estimation, weight estimation, etc.
• Work independently, as well as within a team, to ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Any other adhoc duties assigned by Supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Have relevant competence in the areas of naval architecture and ship hydrodynamics.
• Have a degree in Naval Architecture / Ocean Engineering / Other Relevant Engineering Degree will be advantageous.
• Possessing a Master's or PhD degree will be advantageous.
• Experience in any programming language will be advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Able to carry out ship hydrodynamic and CFD simulations
• Able to develop naval architecture calculation tools
• Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
• Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development
• Proficient in technical writing and presentation
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Show strong initiative and take ownership of work