Mechanical Engineer

This role is posted on behalf of Chemlex, a startup supported by SGInnovate. Background About ChemLex ChemLex, founded by an interdisciplinary team in 2022, focuses on the disruption of chemical synthesis via its proprietary end-to-end high-throughput fully-automated platform powered by AI algorithms. Compared to traditional chemical synthesis via manual operations, our robotic platform not only improves the efficiency of chemical synthesis but also reduces cost and provides significant ESG benefit via our quantitative green chemistry system. Through this innovative platform ChemLex provides chemical synthesis services to global customers in the pharmaceutical, and other chemical industries. We are seeking motivated scientists, engineers and support staff to establish a new R&D and production facility in Singapore which will house our fully-automated platform. We want to hear from enthusiastic applicants who have an interest in AI and automation and are energised by the idea of working in a start-up environment. About the role We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to work at our new automated R&D and production facility in Singapore. As a new business in Singapore the right candidate will have the opportunity to grow as the company does, working at the forefront of AI & automation in the pharmaceutical and chemical synthesis industry. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the design, installation and maintenance of automation hardware and supporting systems & infrastructure. As a growing business at the forefront of AI and automated technology, the successful candidate will also have the opportunity to innovate and develop new disruptive capabilities. Job scope Key responsibilities • Responsible for the R&D of in-house automated equipment, including overall mechanical appearance design, structural design, and mechanism design. • Responsible for 3D modelling, simulation, and related design work. • Responsible for the design of tooling and fixtures. • Participate in the selection of motors, pneumatic components, and standard parts, and develop overall motion schematics. • Responsible for the preparation and delivery of technical documentation, including process documents, drawings, technical standards, and BOMs. • Coordinate with the supply chain and follow up on the manufacturing process of custom-made parts. • Provide technical support during system commissioning and debugging. Necessary qualifications and qualities • Bachelor’s degree or above in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, with at least 3 years of experience in mechanical design. • Proficient in 2D and 3D design tools. • Familiar with machining and assembly principles; experienced in common mechanism design, as well as stiffness and strength calculations; capable of independently handling relatively complex mechanical design tasks. • Experience in robotic integration and automation projects is preferred; experience in biomedical, chemical, or medical device design is a plus. • Good verbal and written communication skills, with strong teamwork and collaboration abilities. • Fluency in English speaking, reading and writing. • Willingness to travel internationally for training. Interested applicants may apply directly to DTC at: https://central.sginnovate.com/hub/marketplace/openings/125f800e-26cf-4dcc-a670-30411e43ff1f