Intelligent Systems Integration and Automation for Remote Industrial Applications
Engineering, IT, Mathematics and Statistics
ABOUT THE INDUSTRY PARTNER
CapabilityX is a leading remote operations technology provider dedicated to transforming how businesses manage and optimise their remote assets. Their cutting-edge solutions empower organisations to seamlessly connect, collaborate, and achieve peak performance, regardless of location. By leveraging advanced automation, real-time analytics, and secure cloud infrastructure, they deliver unparalleled efficiency and productivity. CapabilityX is committed to driving innovation and enabling businesses to unlock their full potential in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Apply advanced research skills to real-world industry challenges involving AI, machine learning, computer vision and automation.
- Gain hands-on experience developing and evaluating innovative software technologies.
- Operate alongside industry professionals to understand the commercial applications of emerging technologies.
- Develop practical skills in software development, testing, optimisation and integration.
- Explore opportunities to translate academic research into commercially relevant applications.
RESEARCH TO BE CONDUCTED
The project will explore the design, integration, testing and optimisation of intelligent systems supporting remote operations, robotics and industrial safety applications.
Potential research activities may include:
- Investigating approaches to integrating sensors, edge computing hardware and software platforms.
- Exploring the design and development of robotic control and automation systems.
- Researching systems engineering methodologies for complex hardware and software integration.
- Developing and evaluating system testing, validation and performance assessment methods.
- Investigating system reliability, robustness and performance in harsh or remote environments.
- Exploring emerging sensing, control and automation technologies for industrial applications.
Project Flexibility: The research focus and specific activities will be shaped around the successful PhD candidate’s academic background, technical capabilities and research interests. The final project scope, methodology and deliverables will be collaboratively negotiated between the candidate, their academic mentor and CapabilityX, providing flexibility to pursue research that aligns with the candidate’s expertise and professional aspirations.
SKILLS WISH LIST
If you’re a postgraduate research student and meet some or all the below we want to hear from you. We strongly encourage women, indigenous and disadvantaged candidates to apply:
Applications are encouraged from PhD candidates in Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related disciplines.
Relevant skills and experience may include:
- Systems engineering and systems integration.
- Robotics, mechatronics and automation.
- Sensors, instrumentation and embedded systems.
- Control systems and real-time computing.
- Hardware and software integration.
- System modelling, simulation and validation.
- Reliability engineering and performance analysis.
- Industrial automation or autonomous systems.
Candidates are not expected to possess all listed skills. CapabilityX welcomes applicants from diverse engineering and technical research backgrounds who can contribute relevant expertise to the project.
RESEARCH OUTCOMES
Depending on the agreed research scope, anticipated outcomes may include:
- Design, development or refinement of integrated hardware and software systems.
- Prototype sensing, robotics or automation solutions.
- System performance assessments, testing methodologies and validation results.
- Recommendations for improving system reliability, integration and operational effectiveness.
- Technical documentation and recommendations to support future technology development or deployment.
Final research outcomes will be negotiated between the student, academic mentor and CapabilityX based on the agreed project objectives, candidate’s expertise and available project timeframe.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The intern will receive $3,300 per month of the internship, usually in the form of scholarship payments.
It is expected that the intern will primarily undertake this research project during regular business hours and maintain contact with their academic mentor throughout the internship either through face-to-face or phone meetings as appropriate.
The intern and their academic mentor will have the opportunity to negotiate the project’s scope, milestones and timeline during the project planning stage.
Please note, applications are reviewed regularly and this internship may be filled prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable applicant is identified. Early submissions are encouraged.
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