Global R&D Composites Engineer (Mandarin/English)

Selkirk Sport Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Selkirk Sport Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a highly motivated R&D Composites Engineer to drive development, optimization, and production scaling of advanced composite sporting goods across our Asian supplier network. You will collaborate with manufacturing partners in Vietnam and China, bringing strong knowledge of composites and tooling to optimize processes and resolve technical challenges.

The role requires Mandarin and English fluency, with frequent travel to supplier facilities across Asia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing, Composite Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in composite engineering or advanced materials development.
• Strong knowledge of composite molding processes, tooling systems, and manufacturing optimization.
• Hands-on experience with carbon fiber and fiberglass composites, resin systems, curing processes, and bonding.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical liaison between Selkirk engineering and Asian supplier network (Vietnam/China).
• Lead composite process development and manufacturing optimization for premium products.
• Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, yield, and production efficiency.
• Support NPI activities including prototypes, pilot runs, validation, and ramp-up.
• Evaluate molding parameters, tooling development, and manufacturing readiness.
• Troubleshoot defects and drive continuous improvement across processes.

Skills

Mandarin

English

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Engineering

Job description

Selkirk Sport Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a highly motivated R&D Composites Engineer to drive development, optimization, and production scaling of advanced composite sporting goods across our Asian supplier network. You will collaborate with manufacturing partners in Vietnam and China, bringing strong knowledge of composites and tooling to optimize processes and resolve technical challenges.

The role requires Mandarin and English fluency, with frequent travel to supplier facilities across Asia.