About the role
AI summarisedSenior research engineer role focused on mechanical automation systems for manufacturing. Leads full lifecycle design from concept to deployment, engages directly with industry partners to define problems, and mentors junior designers while collaborating across electrical and software teams.
ResearchOnsite
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate directly with industry partners to gather and define problem statements
- Translate operational challenges into actionable design requirements
- Lead the full lifecycle of mechanical system design: from concept development to detailed design and deployment
- Drive innovation in mechanical architecture and automation principles
- Oversee the implementation of mechanical systems on manufacturing floors
- Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, and manufacturability standards
- Utilize SolidWorks or Solid Edge for 3D modeling, simulation, and documentation
- Operate autonomously in industry engagement, design ideation, and technical execution
- Mentor junior designers and collaborate cross-functionally with electrical and software teams
Requirements
- Strong and in-depth technical (Mechanical) knowledge in the field of robotics and automation
- 3 years and above of work experiences or similar
- Strong knowledge of GD&T principle
- Solid understanding and practical experiences in mechanism design and analysis, with exposure to serial and parallel kinematic mechanisms
- Working knowledge of precision machine design principles, and the ability to apply them effectively in engineering contexts
- Familiar with solidwork/solidedge and other CAD software
- Familiar with Finite Element Analysis
- Knowledge of commercially available automation components/module/system and ready automation solutions, coupled with the skill to search for solutions
- Experience working in cross-disciplinary teams (e.g., electrical, controls, software)
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and industrial standards
- Prior exposure to industry-academic collaboration or R&D environments