Job Description
Location: Singapore Group: Surface Remanufacturing Technology (SRT), SIMTech / A*STAR About the Group The Surface Remanufacturing Technology (SRT) Group at SIMTech develops advanced surface engineering, coating, and finishing technologies for industrial applications. Projects are often industry-driven or competitively funded, involving both fundamental R&D and translation into practical, production-scale processes. Role Summary You will execute and support research in laser material processing, ranging from laser surface texturing, laser cleaning, laser micro-machining, laser peening, and laser metal deposition. The role will also involve supporting characterization work, such as optical microscope and SEM imaging, sample preparation, residual stress and fatigue life measurement, analyzing of data and compilation, and overseeing other day-to-day activities such as procurement, equipment maintenance and laboratory supervision as required. Key Responsibilities Support and execute R&D efforts in laser material processing. Conduct experimental trials; optimise process parameters to meet functional requirements (wear resistance, water affinity, surface hardness and roughness etc.). Perform materials and microstructural characterisation: sample preparation (sectioning, mounting, polishing, etc.), microscopy (optical, SEM), surface energy measurements, hardness / mechanical testing, etc. Troubleshoot and improve process stability, texture uniformity, reproducibility, and scalability; understand failure modes and address issues. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (materials scientists, mechanical engineers, surface metrology experts) and with industrial partners for technology transfer. Stay up to date on emerging laser processing technologies and contribute to the evaluation and incorporation of new techniques (e.g. novel optics, process monitoring and control, simulation and modelling, machine learning). Qualifications & Experience Essential: Bachelor's degree in Ma
