Research Fellow, Multimaterial 3D Printing & Modeling

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University in Singapore is seeking a Research Fellow to join our multidisciplinary team aiming to develop the next generation of metal multimaterial additive manufacturing. You will conduct systematic experimental campaigns in multimaterial LPBF and develop physics-based and data-driven models to optimize processes and material performance.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, with strong skills in CAD (Fusion 360,

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Nanotechnology, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong background in mathematical modeling of multiscale and multiphysics phenomena.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex process behaviour through fractal descriptors across additive manufacturing technologies.
• Proficiency in advanced mechanical design and CAD (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, nTop).
• Experience with AI and data-driven methods for AM including MATLAB/Python.

Responsibilities

• Conduct systematic experimental campaigns in multimaterial LPBF.
• Develop physics-based and data-driven models for process optimization.
• Design and optimize multimaterial and functionally graded LPBF components.
• Study powder bed behaviour, melt pool dynamics, and inter-material transitions.
• Analyze results to establish robust relationships for optimization.
• Support automation, control, and in-process monitoring development.
• Document findings and contribute to publications.

Skills

Multiphysics modeling

Fractal analysis

Dimensional analysis

AI / data-driven methods

CAD: Fusion 360

SolidWorks

nTop

MATLAB

Python

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

Fusion 360

SolidWorks

nTop

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Nanyang Technological University in Singapore is seeking a Research Fellow to join our multidisciplinary team aiming to develop the next generation of metal multimaterial additive manufacturing. You will conduct systematic experimental campaigns in multimaterial LPBF and develop physics-based and data-driven models to optimize processes and material performance.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field, with strong skills in CAD (Fusion 360,