Assistant Manager Research & Development MWF-Palghar, Plant Location

Anand Engineers; Palghar; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Anand Engineers in Maharashtra, India is seeking an experienced chemist to lead product development and formulation of metalworking fluids (MWFs). You will be responsible for designing formulations, executing lab evaluations, and coordinating plant trials.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, with significant R&D experience in MWFs. Excellent troubleshooting skills and knowledge of industry regulations are essential for success in this role. Join us to innovate and optimize cutting-edge MWF solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering is essential.
• Experience in R&D of Metalworking fluids or Industrial Lubricants is required.
• Hands-on formulation and testing experience.
• Strong knowledge of MWF chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Develop semi-synthetic, synthetic, and soluble MWFs.
• Evaluate base oils and additives.
• Drive product development and customer-specific solutions.
• Scale up formulations from lab to commercial batches.

Skills

Formulation

Product Development

Chemical Engineering

Troubleshooting

R&D in Metalworking Fluids

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Master's or PhD in a relevant discipline

Tools

pH meter

Viscometer

FTIR

Refractometer

Four-ball tester

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Product Development & Formulation – Develop semi-synthetic, synthetic, and soluble MWFs for machining, grinding, cutting, forming, and stamping.

• Design formulations based on performance, water quality, application conditions, and customer requirements.
• Select and evaluate base oils, emulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, EP/AW additives, biocides, and defoamers.
• Drive new product development, import substitution, and customer‑specific solutions.
• Optimize cooling, lubricity, emulsion stability, corrosion protection, foam control, and hard water stability.

Testing, Validation & Technical Evaluation – Plan and execute lab evaluations (emulsion stability, corrosion, foam, pH, RA, hard water compatibility).

• Assess lubricity, antiwear behavior, microbial and storage stability.
• Correlate lab data with field performance and recommend improvements.

Product Improvement & Cost Optimization – Enhance performance, consistency, and sump life of existing products.

• Execute cost reduction via raw material optimization without compromising quality. Benchmark competitor products and implement improvements.

Plant Trial, Scale-up & Commercialization – Scale up formulations from lab to pilot and commercial batches.

• Coordinate with Production and QC for process parameters and consistency.
• Support first commercial batches and resolve plant‑related issues.

Customer Support & Application Troubleshooting – Support trials, troubleshoot issues (foam, corrosion, instability, odor, staining).

• Recommend solutions based on application conditions and machining processes.
• Collaborate with Sales for approvals and customer interactions.

Technical Documentation & Compliance – Prepare TDS, MSDS, SOPs, BOMs, and trial reports.

• Maintain records of formulations, tests, and development history.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Team Leadership & Cross‑functional Coordination – Lead and mentor junior chemists and technicians.
• Plan and monitor R&D projects with timelines and deliverables.
• Coordinate with Production, QC, Purchase, Sales, and Marketing.
• Ensure lab safety, discipline, and best practices.

Preferred candidate profile

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. A Masters or PhD in a relevant discipline will be a weighted advantage.
• 48 years in R&D of Metalworking fluids or Industrial Lubricants.
• Hands‑on experience in formulation, testing, plant trials, and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of MWF chemistry and emulsification systems.
• Understanding of corrosion inhibition, EP/AW additives, defoamers, and biocides.
• Familiarity with instruments: pH meter, viscometer, FTIR, refractometer, four‑ball tester.