Job Description
Job Title:  Senior Scientist (DMD Division/CPPS Group), SIMTech
Requisition ID:  848
Posting Start Date:  09/04/2026

Role Summary

Role Summary

We seek a Machine Learning Scientist to lead and support R&D in applying AI/ML to manufacturing challenges, particularly in process monitoring, quality improvement, and reconfigurable systems.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct research on ML/AI applications in smart manufacturing. 
  • Develop & deploy ML pipelines with MLOps practices. 
  • Work with time series data for predictive modeling. 
  • Apply advanced ML methods: few-shot, transfer, continual learning. 
  • Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team. 
  • Ensure scalable and reproducible ML workflows using Docker.

 

Requirements

  • PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (focus on ML/AI). 
  • Proven experience with ML in production environments. 
  • Proficient in time series analysis & quality monitoring systems. 
  • Familiar with Docker and MLOps best practices. 
  • Knowledge of advanced ML techniques (few-shot, continual learning, etc.). 

 

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of predictive shopfloor analytics, especially predictive maintenance management and predictive quality management 
  • Background in smart/digital manufacturing. 
  • Familiarity with Industry 5.0 and reconfigurable systems. 
  • Strong Python skills; experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow). 
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure).  

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.