Research Engineer (Underwater Robotics)

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NUS Career Portal link: https://careers.nus.edu.sg/job/Research-Engineer-%28Underwater-Robotics%29/33393-en_GB/

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Engineer to join our team developing cutting edge energy efficient underwater navigation systems. The successful candidate will work on implementing and optimizing localization algorithms, developing energy-aware navigation planning systems, and conducting real world validation of underwater autonomous navigation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design energy efficient navigation systems for autonomous underwater vehicles

• Develop and implement underwater navigation algorithms

• Create simulation environments and conduct testing of navigation algorithms

• Analyse and optimize navigation system performance for energy consumption and accuracy

• Collaborate with team members on algorithm development and testing

• Prepare technical reports and documentation

• Support field testing and data collection activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field

• Knowledge of fluid dynamics and current modelling

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

• Familiarity with underwater sensors (DVL, sonar) and simulation environments will be an added advantage