R&D Engineer

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions; Devanahalli; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance 5L

Personal accident insurance

Term life insurance

Meals provided

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions in India (Karnataka) seeks an R&D Engineer I to support pilot plant and laboratory operations, enabling successful R&D and product development programs. You will operate pilot and lab equipment, perform synthesis experiments, and ensure safety, quality, and proper documentation.

The role involves collaboration with technical scientists, project leaders, and engineers to translate lab developments into pilot-scale processes and contribute to scale-up

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE/BTech in Chemical Engineering, or MSc in Chemistry.
• 2–5 years in chemical manufacturing, process engineering or pilot plant operations.
• Hands-on experience with pilot-scale systems and laboratory instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D scientists and project teams in synthesis experiments and DOE studies to enable scale-up.
• Operate lab and pilot-scale equipment following safety, quality, and ISO documentation standards.
• Maintain records of process conditions and prepare technical reports.
• Assist in process development, scale-up, and technology transfer from lab to pilot plant.
• Manage inventories and support packaging, labeling, and sample shipments with other teams.
• Maintain 5S, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Pilot plant operations

Laboratory instrumentation

Process development

Data collection

Documentation

Education

Diploma/BE/BTech in Chemical Engineering or MSc in Chemistry

Job description

Business Unit: MAES

Division: Packaging & Board Assembly

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

The R&D Engineer I will support pilot plant and laboratory operations to enable the successful execution of R&D and product development programs.

This role involves the hands‑on operation of pilot plant equipment, execution of synthesis experiments and DOE studies, process monitoring, data collection, and accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

The successful candidate will support day‑to‑day pilot plant operations and contribute to process troubleshooting, optimization, and scale‑up activities, working closely with Technical Scientists, project leaders, and engineers to translate laboratory developments into pilot‑scale processes.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to build technical expertise in chemical process development, pilot plant operations, and manufacturing scale‑up within a collaborative and innovation‑driven R&D environment.

What will you be doing?

• Support R&D Scientists and project teams in executing R&D and product development programs through synthesis experiments, DOE studies, process monitoring, and data collection to enable process development and scale‑up.
• Operate laboratory and pilot‑scale equipment in compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards, while maintaining and continuously improving SOPs, work instructions, and ISO‑compliant documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of process conditions, operating parameters, observations, and experimental results, and prepare technical reports and documentation as required.
• Assist in process development, scale‑up, and technology transfer from laboratory through pilot plant to manufacturing, including experimental execution, data analysis, troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and process optimisation.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot pilot plant equipment, including commissioning, preventive maintenance, and changeovers, while supporting technology development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage raw material, consumable, and finished product inventories to ensure operational readiness and uninterrupted project execution.
• Support material packaging, labelling, logistics, and sample shipment activities in coordination with R&D, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Maintain 5S standards, housekeeping, and safe work practices while demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Who are You?

• Diploma or B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry, or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process engineering, pilot plant operations, chemical process development, specialty chemicals, polymers or nanomaterial synthesis, process scale‑up, manufacturing, or R&D support environments.
• Hands‑on experience with chemical processing equipment, unit operations, laboratory instrumentation, and pilot‑scale systems.

What competencies will you need?

• Working knowledge of process safety, quality systems, EHS requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with process monitoring, data collection, experimental execution, and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting process development, troubleshooting, optimisation, and scale‑up activities is desirable.
• Preferred: Experience with inventory management, material handling, packaging, and shipping logistics.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions in a global and multicultural environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

We are Offering...

• Competitive gross salary with an attractive performance‑based bonus.
• Group Medical Insurance coverage of INR 5 lakhs for self, spouse, and up to two dependent children.
• Group Personal Accident Insurance.
• Group Term Life Insurance.
• Two complimentary meals on all working days.
• A professional work environment with opportunities for learning and career development.

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.