Research Engineer

1 week ago


Jurong Island, Singapore A*STAR Agency for Science, Technology and Research Full time

1. Performs integrated engineering design and detailing using computer aided engineering tools (whenever possible):

- Conceptual designs and process development reports
- Block Flow Diagrams (BFD) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
- Process and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID)
- Technology landscape analysis, equipment selection and design
- Process engineering and hydraulic calculations
- Process simulation and modelling
- Material and energy balances
- Basis of design process scope documentation
- Equipment layouts

2. Design process equipment using sound mechanical engineering principles

3. Perform or lead in project execution to meet the project schedule, contract specification requirement and support cross disciplinary research and development project.

4. Liaise with vendors and contractors and oversee deliverables and performs and/or oversee installation and commissioning

5. Performs and/or leads pilot campaign to support scale-up, technology test-bedding or demonstration, and technology transfer projects

6. Optimise processes and troubleshoots and identify root causes of process upsets and equipment failures

7. Lead/participate in process risk assessments and/or hazards characterisation activities eg. HAZOP, QRA, What-If etc.

Job Requirement
- Bachelor or Masters Degree in Chemical, Process Technology or other related Engineering disciplines. With 3+ years’ experience
- Familiar with international standards related to process industry eg. ISO, API, IEC, DIN etc.
- Experience in process simulations and modelling
- Good understanding in mechanical engineering principles for equipment design is highly desirable
- Working experience and knowledge on modularisation and standardisation/harmonization of industrial data models are highly desirable
- Familiar with relevant local and international industrial best practices, standards and regulations
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Flexibility to respond quickly to changing job demands and prioritize multiple responsibilities
- Ability to plan/organize tasks and consistently produce high quality results and documentation
- Ability to work efficiently in a multi-disciplined, cross-functional environment


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