Ngee Ann Polytechnic

SR R&D ENGINEER/SCIENTIST, WATER PROCESS - CTR FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

Fixed Terms

Closing on 15 Feb 2026

What the role is

This is a 2-year contract position as a Senior R&D Engineer/Scientist in the Centre for Environmental Sustainability.

Be part of a team driving sustainability and innovation! If you are a visionary inventor with innovative water solutions, this is your opportunity to turn your ideas into impactful industry advancements. We are seeking a forward-thinking professional to lead process design and system integration for water and wastewater treatment and recycling. This role combines technical leadership with business development and emphasizes innovation in AI-driven process control, diagnostic maintenance using sensor outputs, and PLC/SCADA integration.

What you will be working on

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Secure and lead consultancy projects end-to-end, from scoping to delivery.
Develop targeted industry partnerships to bring in consultancy engagements aligned with process control and diagnostics.
Develop novel solutions to address industry problem statements in the areas of water/wastewater treatment and recycling systems, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and sustainability.
Develop process models and implement advanced control strategies for optimized performance.
Engage in initiatives exploring AI‑driven process control and optimization solutions.
Mentor and inspire students, cultivating talent in applied research and sustainable technology development.

What we are looking for

At least a B.Eng in Electronics & Electrical Engineering, Chemical, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering with industrial water treatment experience.
3–5 years of experience in water/wastewater treatment process design and system integration.
Strong knowledge of process modeling, control systems, and integration.
Competence in PLC programming and SCADA systems is preferred.
Familiarity with design software (SolidWorks or equivalent) and modeling/simulation tools (BioWin or equivalent).
Preferred exposure to water/wastewater unit processes (e.g., coagulation/filtration, MBR, RO/NF, aeration, sludge handling).
Interest in emerging technologies such as AI for process optimization and predictive maintenance.
Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.

About your application process

This job is closing on 15 Feb 2026.

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 apply for other roles within Ngee Ann Polytechnic or the wider Public Service.

About Ngee Ann Polytechnic

At Ngee Ann Polytechnic, our nine academic schools offer over 40 full-time diplomas to a growing student population of more than 15,000. As a public tertiary institution, internationally-recognised for its academic excellence and close industry links, NP prides itself on having a dedicated and professional teaching faculty, complete with campus facilities that are among the finest in the world. An institution of higher learning, Ngee Ann Polytechnic believes in giving every student an enriching learning experience and every employee the opportunity to build a meaningful career. If you are a self-starter with an innovative mind, a versatile person with the drive for all-rounded excellence, and a dedicated team player who shares our vision and values, we invite you to join our inspired team.

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