Who we are looking for:

Creativity in new ideas and future focus vision.
Collaboration with colleagues and the community at large.
Work Smart, Play Smart!

What you'll do:

Execute technology projects and industry-wide enhancement projects for New Industrialisation and Smart Manufacturing, with a focus on Industrial AI and AI-enabled manufacturing solutions.
Conduct intensive technology search to identify emerging development directions in AI and Industrial AI, including but not limited to machine learning, computer vision, generative AI, Physical AI, digital twins, predictive analytics, edge AI, robotics, IoT and autonomous systems, and assess their applicability to manufacturing.
Design, develop and support pilot AI solutions and proof-of-concepts for manufacturing use cases such as defect detection and quality inspection, predictive maintenance, process optimisation, smart scheduling, robotic automation, energy optimisation, supply-chain analytics and digital-twin simulation.
Partner with local and overseas R&D centres, universities and technology vendors to accelerate technology transfer, co-development, integration and commercialisation of AI-enabled manufacturing solutions.
Undertake technology promotion, demonstration and commercialisation activities to create industry awareness, support business pitching and accelerate adoption of Industrial AI, particularly among SMEs and traditional manufacturers.
Support new product development and smart manufacturing pilots, including Computer Aided Design & Engineering (CAD&E), 3D modelling, prototyping, testing & certification and pilot run, integrating AI into product and process development where applicable.
Travel to the Mainland and Overseas for business activities and service delivery as required.
Perform any ad hoc tasks assigned.

You'll be a good fit if you have/are:

Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science, Data Analytics, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Mechatronics, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or a related discipline.
Relevant experience in applied R&D, product development or manufacturing for New Industrialisation and Smart Manufacturing, with exposure to Industrial AI or AI-enabled manufacturing projects.
Hands-on experience in technical AI projects, e.g. Machine learning, computer vision, generative AI, robotics, digital twins or predictive analytics, would be an advantage.
Hands-on experience in new product development, CAD&E, 3D modelling, prototyping, testing & certification, pilot run, etc.
Solid understanding of manufacturing systems, IoT, automation and Industry 4.0 concepts, with the ability to translate AI concepts into shop-floor applications.
Strong commitment and a positive, results-oriented attitude sensitive and fast to adopt emerging technologies strong business and financial accountability and ownership excellent interpersonal, time and project management and leadership skills able to work under pressure and independently excellent presentation skills.

Note:

1. Applicant may be considered for other positions if not matching the requirements of the subject position.

2. This is a fixed-term contract position for a period of 24 months subject to renewal.

What we offer and What you'll like here:

Exciting new technology development (e.g. IoT, 5G, LoRA, AI etc.) to actualize your creative ideas
Opportunities to work with our innovative and vibrant talents
Embracing work flexibility (including Flexi-work hour)
Dynamic and energetic culture with smart outfits and sport shoes
Academic training scholarship to take your career up a notch
Dental benefit
Medical benefits from Day-1 with extended coverage to dependent(s)

Apply now if you're ready to take the challenge! Do not miss this opportunity to join us to Create Value and MAKE SMART SMARTER!

HKPC will take into consideration both the quantitative and qualitative requirements of the post when selecting the suitable candidates. A competitive salary package commensurate with academic qualifications and experience will be offered. The successful candidate will be employed on a fixed-term contract basis, which is renewable subject to appointee's performance and the Council's development needs.

Applicants are welcome tosubmit applicationat the HKPC e-Recruitment System (careers.hkpc.org) in 1weekfrom the posting date. Recruitment will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants not invited for interviews within 6 weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful. All information provided by applicants will be treated with strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes. The personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be retained for 12 months from the date the recruitment process is completed.

Consultant, Industrial AI