PhD Placement Embedded Sensing in Concrete

Overview

PhD placement opportunity focused on embedded sensing in concrete. Converge is a climate and construction technology startup that builds AI and sensors to digitise and decarbonise concrete construction.

Research Engineer (Contract)
Duration:
Up to 6 months

As a Research Engineer, you'll contribute to:

• Designing, assembling and testing an experimental laboratory setup for material characterisation
• Programming lab instruments and setups for automated material testing (e.g., automating instrument control, signal acquisition, and data logging)
• Conducting research experiments and iterating on experimental setups
• Scaling setups for large scale multi-instrument experiments
• Documenting configurations, experimental results, and system architecture

• Designing, assembling and testing an experimental laboratory setup for material characterisation
• Programming lab instruments and setups for automated material testing (e.g., automating instrument control, signal acquisition, and data logging)
• Conducting research experiments and iterating on experimental setups
• Scaling setups for large scale multi-instrument experiments
• Documenting configurations, experimental results, and system architecture

• Proven track record conducting deep research and designing experiments
• Experience designing and building laboratory setups using benchtop equipment and/or custom electronics to achieve experimental goals
• Strong familiarity with benchtop lab equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes, function generators)
• Experience with mixed-signal electronics and circuit design
• Hands-on experience with microcontrollers, multiplexers, data acquisition, and signal processing
• Strong experience programming, scripting, and automating experimental setups for data collection (e.g., using Python, LabVIEW or other)
• Experience with large scale experimental setups with multiple instruments in parallel

• Salary:
  Competitive
• A collaborative, dynamic and hybrid work environment
• An array of Convergian-led clubs and in-person events throughout the year
• A fun, inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and where everyone is treated fairly and respectfully