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Godwin Ponraj Joseph

Engineer
Singapore

Summary

Resourceful electrical and control engineering professional, with solid theoretical background, capable of complex problem resolutions involving design, processes, data collection and root cause analyses. Experienced in control and integration of robotic manipulators and power electronic drives. Solid publication record in the field of chip-less RF sensors and tactile sensors fabrication, characterization, and integration into robotic and biomedical control systems. Worked as a control engineer in the semiconductor industry for about a year. Interested in working in innovative product and application-oriented roles.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

National University of Singapore, NUS, Singapore

Research Engineer
May.2016 - Jul.2019 (3 years & 2 months)

Job overview

  • Developed closed-loop control of robotic grippers using tactile feedback to perform single-handed object-handling tasks and to identify & prevent slips.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment (Planned and executed two-handed robotic manipulation demonstrations with tactile feedback in collaboration with two research groups).
  • Designed and integrated piezo-resistive tactile sensors onto soft robotic manipulators and surgical retractors.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

Micron Semiconductors, Singapore

Process Control System Engineer
Jul.2015 - Apr.2016 (9 months)

Job overview

  • As a Run-to-Run control engineer, implemented feedback and feed-forward control for the Diffusion-related processes in the semiconductor chip fabrication workflow.
  • Resolved complex technical issues through effective problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis.
  • Improved the KPI metrics of run coverage above 98% and reduced error percentage below 1%.

IBM India Pvt. Ltd, Bengaluru

Associate System Engineer
Jun.2013 - Jun.2014 (1 year)

Job overview

  • Supported maintenance of product and customer details database related to IBM’s commercial website and resolved critical performance issues
  • Resolved issues and escalated problems with knowledgeable support and quality service.
  • Performed periodic health checks to identify and rectify abnormalities in various shopping websites of IBM.

Education

National University of Singapore (NUS) , Singapore

Ph.D. from Biomedical Engineering
Aug.2019 - Apr.2024 (4 years & 8 months)

University Overview

  • 4.75 GPA
  • Thesis: Chip-less Sensing for Biomedical Applications
  • NUS Research Scholarship Recipient

National University of Singapore (NUS) , Singapore

Master of Science from Electrical Engineering
Aug.2014 - Feb.2016 (1 year & 6 months)

University Overview

  • 4.45 GPA
  • Specialization: Automation and Control Engineering
  • Relevant Coursework: Computer Control Systems, Advanced Robotics, Instrumentation and Sensors & Modelling and Control of Power Electronic Converters.

Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Anna University , Madurai, India

Bachelor of Engineering from Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Jun.2009 - Apr.2013 (3 years & 10 months)

University Overview

  • 9.51 / 10 GPA
  • First Class with Distinction

Skills

  • MATLAB, Arduino, Python, C#, LTspice, CST studio.
  • PCB Design (Autodesk Eagle, Altium), 3D Modelling (Fusion 360, Solidworks), Soldering, dSPACE, FDM 3D printing, Silicone (soft material) molding.
  • Project management, Self-motivation, Problem-solving, Analytical skills, Communication, and Collaborative working.
  • Control & Integration for Robotic Manipulators and Biomedical Sensor Systems.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementPaid time offFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePersonal development programs

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Ph.D. from Biomedical Engineering
Aug.2019 - Apr.2024 (4 years & 8 months)

Research Engineer

National University of Singapore, NUS
May.2016 - Jul.2019 (3 years & 2 months)

Process Control System Engineer

Micron Semiconductors
Jul.2015 - Apr.2016 (9 months)

National University of Singapore (NUS)

Master of Science from Electrical Engineering
Aug.2014 - Feb.2016 (1 year & 6 months)

Associate System Engineer

IBM India Pvt. Ltd
Jun.2013 - Jun.2014 (1 year)

Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Anna University

Bachelor of Engineering from Electrical And Electronics Engineering
Jun.2009 - Apr.2013 (3 years & 10 months)
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