R&D Engineer / Scientist, Water Process

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Singapore is seeking a Senior R&D Engineer/Scientist for a 2-year contract. This role involves leading consultancy projects in water treatment, developing industry partnerships, and mentoring students in applied research. Candidates should possess a B.Eng in relevant engineering fields, along with 3-5 years of experience in water/wastewater systems, strong process modeling expertise, and excellent communication skills. Join us in driving sustainability and innovation in water solutions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in water/wastewater treatment process design and system integration.
• Strong knowledge of process modeling and control systems.
• Familiarity with water/wastewater unit processes.

Responsibilities

• Secure and lead consultancy projects from scoping to delivery.
• Develop targeted industry partnerships for consultancy.
• Mentor and inspire students in applied research.

Skills

Process modeling

Control systems

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Project management

Problem-solving

Excellent communication

Education

B.Eng in Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Chemical, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

BioWin

Job description

[What the role is]

This is a 2-year contract position as a Senior R&D Engineer/Scientist in the Centre for Environmental Sustainability.

Be part of a team driving sustainability and innovation! If you are a visionary inventor with innovative water solutions, this is your opportunity to turn your ideas into impactful industry advancements. We are seeking a forward-thinking professional to lead process design and system integration for water and wastewater treatment and recycling. This role combines technical leadership with business development and emphasizes innovation in AI-driven process control, diagnostic maintenance using sensor outputs, and PLC/SCADA integration.

[What you will be working on]

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Secure and lead consultancy projects end-to-end, from scoping to delivery.

• Develop targeted industry partnerships to bring in consultancy engagements aligned with process control and diagnostics.

• Develop novel solutions to address industry problem statements in the areas of water/wastewater treatment and recycling systems, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and sustainability.

• Develop process models and implement advanced control strategies for optimized performance.

• Engage in initiatives exploring AI‑driven process control and optimization solutions.

• Mentor and inspire students, cultivating talent in applied research and sustainable technology development.

[What we are looking for]

• At least a B.Eng in Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Chemical, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering with industrial water treatment experience.

• 3–5 years of experience in water/wastewater treatment process design and system integration.

• Strong knowledge of process modeling, control systems, and integration.

• Competence in PLC programming and SCADA systems is preferred.

• Familiarity with design software (SolidWorks or equivalent) and modeling/simulation tools (BioWin or equivalent).

• Preferred exposure to water/wastewater unit processes (e.g., coagulation/filtration, MBR, RO/NF, aeration, sludge handling).

• Interest in emerging technologies such as AI for process optimization and predictive maintenance.

• Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.