R&D Materials Engineer — Coatings & Alloys Innovator

Aluminium Company of Malaysia Berhad; Klang City; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing

Employee Birthday Celebration & &C

Flexi Benefits

Professional Development

Job summary

Aluminium Company of Malaysia Berhad is seeking an R&D Engineer to develop functional coating materials for aluminium products and to evaluate new alloys and related technologies. The role involves research, testing, material characterization, and technical analysis to support new product development.

You will collaborate with Production and Sales, identify new technologies, balance cost and performance, and contribute to patents and technical documentation while engaging with universities and

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry.
• 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 collaborate with colleagues.
• Willing to travel for customer visits and project requirements.

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, 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.

Skills

Polymer analysis

Chemical analysis

Research skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Metallurgy, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry

Job description

Aluminium Company of Malaysia Berhad is seeking an R&D Engineer to develop functional coating materials for aluminium products and to evaluate new alloys and related technologies. The role involves research, testing, material characterization, and technical analysis to support new product development.

You will collaborate with Production and Sales, identify new technologies, balance cost and performance, and contribute to patents and technical documentation while engaging with universities and