R&D Engineer

Aluminium Company of Malaysia (ALCOM); Klang City; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Aluminium Company of Malaysia (ALCOM) is seeking a highly qualified PhD-level Materials Scientist to lead the development of functional coating materials for aluminium products. The role emphasizes polymer/chemical analysis, materials testing, and collaboration with production and customers to drive new product development.

You will identify new technologies and coordinate research with universities and partners, balancing cost, performance, and manufacturability while contributing to patentable

Qualifications

• PhD in materials-related field required.
• Strong polymer and chemical analysis knowledge.
• Excellent research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in material testing and characterization.
• Experience in product development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to collaborate with Production, Sales, customers and partners.
• Willing to travel for customer visits and projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop new functional coating materials for aluminium products and applications.
• Develop and evaluate new aluminium alloys and related material technologies.
• Conduct research, testing, material characterization, and technical analysis to support new product development.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies, materials, and industry developments for potential application in product development.
• Improve existing products by balancing cost, performance, quality, and manufacturability.
• Work closely with Production and Sales teams on new product development and trials.
• Coordinate polymer and chemical analysis related to coating materials.
• Prepare patents, technical documentation, and research findings.
• Act as liaison with universities and research institutions for joint projects.
• Communicate with customers on technical requirements, product development, testing, and performance.

Skills

Polymer analysis

Chemical analysis

Materials testing

Characterization

Product development

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Travel readiness

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

Job description

• Develop new functional coating materials for aluminium products and applications
• Develop and evaluate new aluminium alloys and related material technologies
• Conduct research, testing, material characterization, and technical analysis to support new product development
• Identify and evaluate new technologies, materials, and industry developments for potential application in product development
• Improve existing products by balancing cost, performance, quality, and manufacturability
• Work closely with Production and Sales teams on new product development, product improvements, trials, and technical issues
• Conduct and/or coordinate polymer and chemical analysis related to coating materials
• Support the preparation of patents, technical documentation, and research findings arising from development projects
• Act as a liaison with universities and research institutions for joint development and research projects
• Communicate with customers on technical requirements, product development, testing, and product performance

Requirements

• PhD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
• Strong knowledge and experience in polymer and chemical analysis
• Good research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in material testing, characterization, and product development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work effectively with Production, Sales, customers, and external partners
• Strong teamwork orientation and willingness to actively collaborate with colleagues
• Willing to travel for customer visits and project requirements