Research Engineer

**Job Description**
This role focuses on an academic research project funded by BCA in collaboration with an IHL and an industry partner. The successful candidate will be part of a research team tasked with developing and demonstrating Building-to-Grid Integration through Intelligent Optimization and Predictive Control at SIT’s Punggol campus. Responsibilities include establishing a test bed, benchmarking building energy performance, deploying new sensors and hardware, and quantitatively evaluating energy savings, requiring coordination with multiple internal and external parties.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Expert knowledge of building air-conditioning and mechanical ventilation, simulation, building automation and control, sensor network, thermal energy storage, indoor air quality, heat transfer, and building energy performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of industrial protocols, sensors, and control hardware.
• Knowledge of building management systems, software integration, data collection, and analysis.
• Strong analytical and conceptual abilities.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Able to build and maintain strong working relationships with people within and external to the university.
• Strong data analytical skills, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed learner who believes in continuous learning and development.
• Proficient in technical writing and presentation.
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Show strong initiative and take ownership of work.

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Other related fields

**Experience**
Experience Required:
• Experience of test bed setup development, testing & commissioning, and performance analysis.
Other:
• Industry or research lab experience is required.

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