Industrial Centre
Project Associate / Project Assistant
(Ref. 260617003)
[Appointment period: twelve months]
Duties
The appointee will assist the project leader in the project - “Mobile robotic automation system for a high‑mix anodizing line”. The appointee will work closely with the project team to integrate hardware for successful system commissioning such that he/she can gain hands-on experience in robotic automation, system integration, testing and commissioning. The appointee will be required to:
(a) design, prototype, fabricate, assemble and implement mechanical systems, including robotic end-effectors, mounting fixtures, robot body fittings and mobile base calibration fixtures;
(b) implement and verify mechanical safety measures for robotic operation;
(c) support electrical/electronic hardware connections, wiring layout, sensor installation and hardware troubleshooting;
(d) set up the testing environment and conduct system integration and verification tests;
(e) prepare technical drawings, assembly records, test documentation and project reports; and
(f) perform any other duties as assigned by the project leader or his/her delegates.
Qualifications
For the post of Project Associate, applicants should have a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics and Automation Engineering or a related discipline, OR an honours degree in one of the above-mentioned disciplines with three or more years of research or relevant work experience.
For the post of Project Assistant, applicants should have an honours degree in one of the above-mentioned disciplines or an equivalent qualification.
For both posts, applicants should also have:
(a) hands-on experience or a strong interest in mechanical design, robotic end-effectors, mounting fixtures, mechanical fittings, calibration, prototyping, fabrication or 3D printing;
(b) experience in mechanical CAD, preferably SolidWorks;
(c) knowledge of electrical/electronic connections, automation sensors and system integration; and
(d) a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese.
Applicants are invited to contact Dr Keng Huat Koh at telephone number 2766 4893 or via email at keng-huat.koh@polyu.edu.hk or further information.
Conditions of Service
A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered.
Consideration of applications will commence on 26 June 2026 until the position is filled.
Posting date: 17 June 2026