Core Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Development
- Engineer innovative technical solutions for assigned projects while optimizing budgets and maintaining exceptional quality standards
- Orchestrate comprehensive project lifecycles from initial R&D through process engineering, production scale-up and regulatory approval
- Create strategic test plans, oversee R&D schedules and ensure seamless alignment with organizational goals
- Independently conceptualize, plan, and execute complex research initiatives
- Design, conduct and monitor advanced experiments while maintaining optimal laboratory functionality
- Coordinate comprehensive trials, perform sophisticated data analysis and maintain detailed documentation of all experimental procedures
- Produce high-caliber technical reports and documentation for diverse stakeholders including clients, subcontractors and investors
- Partner strategically with external subcontractors and third-party service providers for specialized experimental activities
- Build robust networks with metallurgical laboratories and subcontractors for comprehensive metal formulation testing
- Oversee complete metal processing workflows including master alloy preparation, melting, casting, rolling, forming and coiling operations
- Conduct thorough quality assessments across diverse metal families and applications
- Develop and maintain an extensive repository of molecules and additives for ongoing research initiatives
- Lead execution of proof-of-concept pilots and dynamic client demonstrations
- Mentor and supervise assistant researchers, providing strategic guidance and resources for project excellence
- Handle project administration including expense management, invoice processing, and comprehensive data tracking
- Conduct field visits to ensure optimal research project progression
What They Are Looking For
Education & Experience
- Master's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science or closely related discipline
- Minimum 7 years of progressive industrial R&D experience specializing in metal/alloy development, refining, melting, casting and associated processes
Technical Competencies
- Exceptional technical writing abilities for developing protocols, comprehensive reports and professional correspondence
- Advanced expertise in R&D methodologies, alloying techniques and industrial-scale research implementation
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with particular emphasis on Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- Highly organized and detail-focused with demonstrated ability to work autonomously
- Strategic analytical thinker with proven innovative problem-solving capabilities
- Exceptional project management skills with ability to successfully oversee multiple concurrent initiatives
- Maintains comprehensive perspective while managing complex, multifaceted projects
- Hands-on expertise in both research environments and industrial applications
- Outstanding written and verbal English communication skills, particularly for technical documentation
- Strong collaborative abilities and interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional teamwork
- Rapid learning capability with flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements
- Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases
- Availability for periodic international travel to client sites and research facilities
Interested applicants, please click on the “Apply Now” to submit your updated resume.
Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All information provided will be treated with strict confidentiality and used solely for recruitment purposes.
Mae Tam
EA Personnel No: R1110987
Peoplebank Singapore Pte Ltd | EA Licence No: 08C5248