Scientist (ARD/RPT), SIMTech

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research in Singapore is seeking a motivated researcher for the Remanufacturing Process Technology Group. The successful candidate will develop AI tools for engineering communications and manufacturing processes, mentor junior engineers, and enhance digital workflows. Applicants should hold a PhD in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering and demonstrate expertise in AI frameworks and 3D CAD. This is an excellent opportunity to impact industrial research and AI integration in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required.
• Deep knowledge of AI libraries for feature recognition.
• Ability to develop models with minimal data.

Responsibilities

• Develop tools for extracting critical engineering communication information.
• Coordinate AI solutions for discrete component manufacturing.
• Guide junior engineers in AI tool development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

AI tool development

Education

PhD in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AI libraries and tools

3D CAD tools (.STEP, .STL, SLDPRT)

Job description

Role Summary

SIMTech is looking for a motivated, innovative quick learner with excellent interpersonal skills to join the Remanufacturing Process Technology Group (RPT) - Intelligent Remanufacturing Process Team. The successful candidate will have opportunities to participate in research and industry projects related to leveraging AI tools for knowldege extraction and structuring for downstream manufacturing processes planning.

Responsibilities

• To develop tools to extract critical engineering communication infomation and structure them, leveraging on AI tools.
• To coordinate and structure development of AI solutions for discrete component manufacturing.
• To understand and assign manufacturing processes based on features detected on a component via various agents.
• To provide AI support for manufacturing process quality including DED, Machining and Joining.
• To guide and mentor junior engineers and interns in the area of AI tool development in manufacturing.
• To bridge and improve digital workflows in engineering design with the aid of AI algorithms.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Understands how to leverage AI tools to detect and extract critical infomation from 2D drawings for downstream automation.
• Understands the elements that constitute 3D CAD (.STEP, .STL, SLDPRT, etc.) files.
• Has deep knowledge and understanding of AI libararies and tools for feature recognition and information extraction.
• Is adapt with AI frameworks and agentic platform development.
• Understands how to effectively develop models with minimal data requirements.
• Is able to intergrate manufacturing knowledge to automate manufacturing processes with context.
• Ability to work effectively and independently in a dynamic environment with cross-functional project teams.
• Able to critically think of solutions outside the box and communicate effectively.