School of Engineering

1 day ago


Singapore Ministry of Defence Singapore Full time

Republic Polytechnic

Fixed Terms

Closing on 29 Sep 2025

What the role is

The School of Engineering at Republic Polytechnic is seeking a Research Engineer to work on an industry project titled ""Smart Climbing Robot"" for 12 months.

What you will be working on

  • Develop and prototype climbing robot solutions across multiple disciplines, including electronics, mechanical, mechatronics, firmware, and software development.
  • Collaborate with the team in the development process.
  • Conduct field tests in outdoor environment, including night testing.
  • Support exhibitions and roadshows as required.
  • Supervision of FYP/internship students working on the project.
  • Assist with the procurement process in accordance with the guidelines.

What we are looking for

The successful candidate should have:

  • Strong coding experience in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, C, C++, and/or Java is highly preferable.
  • Good hands-on experience and knowledge using Qt software and ROS2 are essential.
  • Hands-on development skills using Raspberry Pi boards, Nvidia's development boards, and platforms are highly preferable.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills, adaptability, and the ability to work well in a team.
  • A relevant computer engineering, electronics, and communication qualification, or a related discipline.
  • We welcome candidates with at least four years of working experience in software development, along with practical knowledge of Qt software and ROS2 applications.

About Republic Polytechnic

The first educational institution in Singapore to leverage the Problem-based Learning approach for all its diploma programmes, Republic Polytechnic (RP) has seven schools offering courses in Applied Science, Engineering, Business, Hospitality, Infocomm, Sports and Health, and Technology for Arts, Media and Design. To support Singapore's national effort to promote continuous, lifelong learning, our Academy for Continuing Education (ACE) offers a wide range of part-time programmes. We welcome you to grow with us Discover a people- and family-oriented culture, where you are inspired to improve as you nurture lifelong learners. For more information from RP, please visit or follow us on LinkedIn.

About your application process

This job is closing on 29 Sep 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within Republic Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.


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