Mechatronics Engineer (New Product Development)

ABOUT BeeX  

BeeX is building the world's most advanced Hovering Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (HAUVs).   

BeeX specialises in providing autonomous robotics solutions to safeguard underwater infrastructure in the maritime, energy and defense sectors, reducing over 90% of carbon emissions. We are pioneering Autonomous Robotics-as-a-Service (ARaaS) on a global scale, supported by decades of operational experiences in harsh waters. With unprecedented efficiency, we strive to provide our customers with a one-point solution for asset integrity management -- protecting assets they value, making sure they stay safe.  

Why Join Now  

The industries we serve need new ways to overcome their current challenges, and BeeX sees the opportunity in delivering exactly that, right now. Creating anything new is very hard, and we need outstanding people.   

At BeeX, everyone is united by enthusiasm for bold innovation. Our multi-disciplinary team thrives in dynamic environments, driving transformative advancements globally. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the world!  

You will enjoy this job if you:  

• Enjoy product design and are always thinking of how to build something better.  

• Want to work in fast-paced start-up environment, prioritising growth over short-term gains.  

• Like to work independently, as well as collaboratively with team members in other sub-teams.  

• Have a positive learning mindset, and can quickly absorb knowledge to overcome challenges.  

• Can assess risk and make time-critical decisions/tradeoffs in imperfect scenarios.  

Job Scope 

You will report directly to the Hardware Technical Lead. Your daily schedule will include frequent interactions with a multi-disciplinary team, and you need to be equally comfortable working at sea trials and a normal desk in the office. You will need to work in Singapore. 

• Design and Implement overall Mechanical Systems of Autonomous Platforms: Hovering Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (HAUVs) 

• Design of mechanical components, mechanisms and electronics housings in CAD. 

• Conduct Finite Element Analysis Simulation on design components for structural integrity and stress failure assessment.  

• Drafting of 2D drawings for fabrication and assembly. 

• Assembly and testing of designed mechanical components in the workshop and testing in real world environments. 

• Sail out to sea for testing and evaluation of completed mechanical designs and other robotic systems. 
  Design and Implement sub-components of our Hovering Autonomous Underwater Vehicle. 

• Power electronics design to various system components, sensors and actuator systems. 

• Wire harness and cabling design and production drawing generation(2D and 3D). 

• Firmware development on microcontrollers such as Atmega and ARM for real-time control of hardware components. 

• Bench-testing and field testing of key sensors and components for integration to our vehicles. 

• Carry out intensive bench and in-water testing of our vehicles, and document performance. 

• Stress testing of system components for harsh environment operations such as thermal, vibration, EMI-EMC and humidity. 

• Gather user requirements in collaboration with management team and customers.  

• Establish test procedures for mechanical quality control and regulatory compliance.  

Desired Qualities and Skillsets  

• B.Eng in Engineering (Mechatronics),Computer Engineering, Mechnical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related experience. 

• 0-3 years of experience in mechanical product design from concept to product delivery to customers. 

• Proficient in SolidWorks or equivalent engineering CAD design software. 

• Experienced with prototyping and various manufacturing methods ranging from 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC, welding, composites etc. 

• Experienced with Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics simulation modelling such as SolidWorks, ANSYS, OpenFOAM or equivalent simulation software.  

• Experienced with corrosion control methods and thermal design methods is a plus.  

• Experience with battery operated designs, embedded systems, microcontrollers, sensor and actuator interfacing. 

• Experience with low voltage power electronics design for battery operated systems (power regulation, boost/buck conversion, power protection, load balancing etc). 

• Experience with Altium designer and other equivalent PCB CAD software. 

• Experience with any 2D schematic, wire harnessing and cable assembly design software. 

• Experience with C++ for embedded systems programming and development. 

• Knowledge of python is a plus for high level interfacing and algorithms development. 

• Experience with git and version control systems. 

• Experience with quality control and test procedures for tests such as in EMI-EMC, Vibration, temperature, humidity testing is a plus.  

Remuneration Package  

• Market competitive salary   

• Growth opportunities that align with your direct ability in helping the company, rather than an arbitrary corporate ladder  

• ESOP/equity participation   

• Healthcare support  

• Special access to industry events  

• Support for skills upgrading / learning credits