Padmakumar Nair

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow (PDF) position in the Centre of Excellence in Advanced Manufacturing (CoE-AM) under a sponsored research project. Project title: Functionally Graded Multi-Material Low-Pressure Turbine Blades via Laser Directed Energy Deposition . The research is centered on additive manufacturing , laser directed energy deposition (DED) , materials science , surface engineering , and aerospace engineering . The project aims to develop advanced coatings on additively manufactured Ti-6Al-4V turbine blade materials to improve wear resistance, fatigue life, and interfacial stability under severe thermal and mechanical conditions. Funding: consolidated stipend of Rs 60,000 per month for 12 months, extendable up to 24 months. Eligibility: applicants must hold a first-class PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, CAD/CAM Engineering, Production Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline. Strong knowledge of additive manufacturing processes, metal 3D printing, surface engineering, CAD/CAM software, and materials science is expected; manufacturing experience is preferred. Application deadline: 10 June 2026. How to apply: send a detailed CV by email to the PIs with the subject line “Project Vacancy to CoE-AM Project”. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview by email only. This opportunity is especially relevant for candidates interested in advanced manufacturing, turbine blade coatings, DED-based processing, and aerospace materials.