Job Description
Job Title:  Research Assistant (System Integration & Testing)
Posting Start Date:  10/02/2026
Job Description: 

Job Description

Lead and perform system-level integration of locomotion, sensing, communication and power subsystems. Responsibilities include harness and connector assembly, pressure-housing feedthrough coordination, ROS-based software integration, development of automated test scripts and data-logging utilities, execution of bench/tank/flume tests, performing waterproofing and pressure tests, preparing pre-deployment checklists, coordinating sea-trial logistics and safety, troubleshooting system issues and producing integration/test reports and energy-consumption datasets.

Qualifications

Essential:

•             Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering or related field.

•             Experience with mechatronic system integration, wiring harnesses, embedded controllers and sensors.

•             Proficient in ROS, Linux, Python and git; familiarity with CAN/Serial communications and motor controllers.

•             Good problem-solving and documentation skills.

Desirable:

•             Experience with underwater connectors, pressure housings, marine-grade cabling and field deployment logistics.

•             Prior involvement in sea/pool trials.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: College of Design and Engineering

Department : Mechanical Engineering

Employee Referral Eligible: No

Job requisition ID : 31745