Research Engineer / Assistant (Agentic AI for Sustainable Building and Urban Design)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE

Singapore, Singapore
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Proficiency in python programming
Experience with llm-powered applications
Knowledge of agentic ai pipelines
** The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Engineer/Assistant to develop AI-driven solutions for sustainable building and urban design. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software engineering and machine learning, with a focus on integrating these technologies into architecture and urban planning workflows. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing and training surrogate machine learning models to emulate computationally intensive building and urban performance simulations.
  • Candidates will design agentic AI workflows that integrate large language models with physics-based simulation tools for automated design tasks.
  • The position requires publishing research findings and contributing to open-source tools within the City Syntax Lab at NUS.

Matching Summary

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** The National University of Singapore is seeking a Research Engineer/Assistant to develop AI-driven solutions for sustainable building and urban design. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software engineering and machine learning, with a focus on integrating these technologies into architecture and urban planning workflows. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proficiency in Python programming
  • Experience with LLM-powered applications
  • Knowledge of agentic AI pipelines
  • Software engineering best practices
  • API development and backend services

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Rhino/Grasshopper parametric design
  • Familiarity with EnergyPlus or CFD tools
  • Background in life-cycle carbon assessment
  • Frontend development skills with React
  • Interest in sustainable built environments

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, Engineering, or related field
  • Hands-on experience building LLM-powered applications
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced applied research environment

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