Key Responsibilities

• Design and teach labs & practice modules.
• Mentor students in Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP).
• Lead or co-lead innovation projects with industry.
• Manage labs and equipment to support academic programmes and applied research.

Job Requirements

• A good degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. Masters, PhD and/or relevant professional certifications like registered PE would be advantageous.
• Deep technical specialist with 10 or more years of working experience in mechanical design, systems design or related area in mechatronics would be preferred.
• Experience in following areas are highly desirable:
  • Mechanical systems development and integration
  • Material and components selection including working knowledge with integration and selection of components/systems such as actuators, pumps, hydraulics system
  • CAD software such as SolidWorks and PTC Creo
  • Simulation such as Finite element and CFD simulation
  • Hands-on prototyping and fabrication skills to guide students in labs
• It will be advantageous with working knowledge of
  • Material testing and material properties
  • Control and PLC systems
  • Software such as Ansys and Abaqus
• Extensive hands-on experience and knowledge of industry practices to bring industry perspective to SIT.
• Keen interest in innovation projects, with demonstrated ability in developing solutions to technical problems.
• Strong supervisory skills and enjoy working closely with students in an educational environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency to keep abreast of development in the field and pursue professional certification programs. Possess industrial certifications in relevant areas will be an added advantage.