About the role
As an Assistant Laboratory Officer / Laboratory Officer, you will contribute towards supporting the development of systems and solutions as part of a larger team, to meet the needs of different companies across the manufacturing and logistics ecosystem in Singapore. You will work with senior engineers and scientists at A*STAR on different projects for research and development of robotics and automation systems. If you are passionate about applied research and/or development of robotics and automation systems or solutions, this is the role for you.
Job Descriptions
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Discuss with stakeholders to get clear understanding of their problem statements, requirements, expectations
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Study new technologies and tools available in the market, evaluate and compare pros and cons, make recommendations; contribute to smart robotic and automation system development projects
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Validate new concepts for systems or methods, by using virtual models, simulations and physical prototypes
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Design and develop physical / software modules, programs, and other system components
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Collecting data from experiments or trials, testing and validating the systems / solutions developed by other project team members
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Assist senior colleagues in generating proposals for new projects
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Interact with System Integrators (SI) and vendors to develop actual systems to meet project needs
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Write and maintain technical documentation of the work done in projects, and make presentations
Job requirements
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ITE graduate (NITEC / Higher NITEC) or Polytechnic diploma in Engineering disciplines (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering)
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Skills in modeling and simulations, experience in 3D mechanical design / CAD tools is highly desired
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Basic knowledge of any programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, C / C++ / Java, Javascript etc.)
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Knowledge of PLC programming, robot programming etc. is a plus
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Experience on developing robotics and automation systems / solutions is a plus
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Able to work hands-on for industrial robotics and automation systems / solutions development projects with only limited guidance and without regular supervision.
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Strong problem solving and analysis skills
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We value the following Soft skills as well:
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills, to interact with different stakeholders at a technical or functional level (with colleagues, management, customers)
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Self-motivated individual with a strong sense of ownership of the assigned tasks
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Good time management skills
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Willingness to learn and master new / unfamiliar tools and technologies
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Flexibility and willingness to work on new tasks, and the ability to adapt to changes
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