Chemical Application Engineer

Randstad Malaysia; George Town; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual performance bonus

Transport allowance

Full medical benefits

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia in Penang is seeking a candidate with a background in chemical engineering or related fields to pivot into a client-facing corporate tech sales role. You will troubleshoot processes on site, engage plant engineers and distributors, and collaborate with engineering teams to roll out enhanced chemical formulations.

The role emphasizes strong communication and energy, with opportunities to manage accounts, negotiate basics, and build a career in corporate tech sales within a

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related fields.
• Fresh graduates or 1–3 years in process engineering, lab/testing, or technical support.
• Strong communication and energy with an interest in corporate tech sales.

Responsibilities

• Visit local factory floors to troubleshoot chemical process and material application issues.
• Serve as the main technical contact for plant engineers and local distributors.
• Work with internal engineering teams to introduce upgraded chemical formulations.
• Protect key accounts, manage basic price negotiations, and track sales pipelines.

Skills

Communication skills

High energy

Tech sales mindset

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related fields

Job description

Highlights

• Great Career Step: Ideal pivot for Chemical Engineers wanting to step into a client-facing corporate role.

• Industry Leader: Global leader in advanced chemical and specialty materials powering high-tech manufacturing.

• Full Package: Competitive base + annual performance bonus + transport allowance + full medical benefits.

The Role

Based in Penang, you will support major manufacturing plants by solving chemical process issues, recommending specialty material solutions, and managing client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit local factory floors to troubleshoot chemical process and material application issues.

• Serve as the main technical contact for plant engineers and local distributors.

• Work with internal engineering teams to introduce upgraded chemical formulations.

• Protect key accounts, manage basic price negotiations, and track sales pipelines.

Requirements

• Education: Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related fields.

• Experience: Fresh graduates or 1-3 years in process engineering, lab/testing, or technical support.

• Traits: Strong communication skills, high energy, and a desire to build a career in corporate tech sales.

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Associate Degree/Diploma