Robert Bosch (SEA) Pte Ltd – Intern, Optimizing Disassembly for Circular Economy

Job Description

The candidate will join a research team to work on developing an in-house python-based tool for optimizing disassembly of products at end-of-life, working towards enabling a circular economy.

The candidate will have the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Able to work full time for a period of 6 months (Starting period from May-July).
• Understanding current approaches to product disassembly and the developed optimization approach (using python).
• Develop and extend existing optimization approach and disassembly framework for different use cases.
• Test existing optimization framework on different products at Bosch.
• Develop GUI of software tool in accordance with UX/UI principles at Bosch.
• Research and understand environmental impact indicators based on existing methodology to evaluate environmental impact of disassembly processes.
• Use python-based approaches to calculate environmental impact of disassembly processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate the software into existing processes.
• Document the development process, methodologies, and key findings.
• Generate regular reports and presentations to update stakeholders on progress and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (w programming background), or a related field. Students from other fields are welcome to apply if they believe they are a good fit as well.
• High proficiency in programming language Python.
• Experience with programming GUIs in PyQt5/PyQt6 and experience with UX/UI methodology.
• Understanding of mixed-integer linear programming (MILP), preferable experience with pyomo package.
• Understanding and application of AI and ML based methods for optimization.
• Experience with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Brightway is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills in a team environment.
• Eager, quick learner with a strong teamwork spirit.

Additional Information

• Candidate should fulfil the visa requirements for employment in Singapore
  • http://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-pass-exemption-for-foreign-students
• Applicant must be enrolled in full-time studies throughout internship period, or plan to pursue further studies.
• Candidate should be available for full time work for 6 months
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• For foreign students studying overseas, you must be eligible for the Work Holiday Programme (WHP)
  • http://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-holiday-programme/eligibility

Eligibility:

• Applicant must be enrolled throughout internship period, or plan to pursue further studies

• For foreign students studying in Singapore on Student's Pass, you must fulfill the following requirements to be able to do full-time internship during the school term:

• You are a full-time matriculated or registered student in one of the approved institutions.

• You hold a Student Pass issued by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA).

• The internship is under an industrial attachment programme conducted by your university or educational institution. The industrial attachment can be either compulsory or elective but it must contribute towards your graduation requirements.

• For more information: http://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-pass-exemption-for-foreign-students

• For foreign students studying overseas, you must be eligible for the Work Holiday Programme (WHP)

• Between 18 to 25 years old (inclusive) as of date of WHP application

• Undergraduate or graduate from university in Australia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

• University recognized by the government of the respective countries)

• For more information: http://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/work-holiday-programme/eligibility