Job description
🚀About Uplift
Uplift is a dynamic agency specializing in global talent search, covering EMEA, LATAM, USA, and APAC. With successful placements in 52 countries, we combine speed and cutting-edge technology to source top executive and mid-senior talent across various functions. Our innovative approach integrates global networks, AI, and advanced recruitment tools. Beyond recruitment, we engage with our audience through our podcast, newsletter, and webinars, ensuring we stay at the forefront of talent acquisition and global HR trends.
⭐About Our Client
Our client is a global provider of plant reliability and efficiency solutions, offering digitalized production outcomes across several plant sites in more than 25 countries. By leveraging advanced technology and contextualized process data, they deliver highly accurate predictions and prescriptive interventions in the process industry. These solutions have resulted in significant savings across industries such as Cement, Metals, Paper, Energy, Chemicals, and Tyres.
We are seeking an Senior Research Scientist to join our client’s dynamic team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on multi-modal energy harvesting systems (RF, optical, and vibration) that empower condition-monitoring and predictive maintenance solutions, bridging deep science with real-world impact.
**Position is fully remote.
Job Requirements:
Lead the design, simulation, and prototyping of advanced energy harvesting systems including RF, optical, and vibrational modules.
Develop efficient power conditioning and energy management circuits, incorporating next-gen storage solutions like supercapacitors and thin-film batteries.
Integrate low-power sensor systems and wireless communication modules (BLE, Zigbee, LoRaWAN) within the energy harvesting architecture.
Perform analytical modeling and empirical validation of harvesting mechanisms to ensure robustness in industrial-grade applications.
Produce high-quality documentation for internal knowledge transfer, intellectual property (patents), and potential scientific publications.
Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams in hardware, embedded systems, and mechanical engineering to develop deployable, field-tested prototypes.
Contribute to customer-facing demonstrations and industry-aligned proof-of-conceptdeployments in international markets
Candidate Requirements:
Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Applied Physics, or related fields.
A Ph.D. or post-doctoral research in energy harvesting or related domain is highly desirable.
Deep knowledge of electromagnetic theory, vibration energy, and optical physics.
Proven hands-on experience in energy harvesting techniques, low-power circuit design, and embedded system integration.
Prior industrial or applied research experience in building real-world prototypes or working under tight project timelines.
Proficiency in simulation/design tools like MATLAB, COMSOL, LTspice, or equivalent platforms.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, scientific thinking, and strong communication abilities (both verbal and written).
Ability to thrive in international, multi-disciplinary teams with a solution-oriented and collaborative mindset.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in industrial IoT systems, sensor networks, or autonomous embedded platforms.
- Authored scientific papers or patents in relevant domains such as smart energy systems or power-efficient devices.
- Familiarity with reliability testing, robustness validation, or compliance standards for harsh industrial environments.
Uplift’s Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Uplift, we are committed to fair and equal experience for all employees and applicants, supporting the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We value the diverse talents and perspectives of individuals from all backgrounds, including minorities, women, and people with disabilities. We focus on creating opportunities for growth and advancement based on each person’s qualifications and performance.
We are passionate about uplifting people’s lives and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability. At Uplift, everyone is welcome.
