Senior Engineer - AI

Gamuda Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gamuda Group in Selangor seeks a Senior Engineer - R&D - Corporate Development to apply deep technical expertise to identify and support strategic growth initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, partnerships, and new ventures.

You will collaborate with Corporate Development, R&D leadership, and business units to assess technical viability, IP maturity, and potential synergies, driving informed investment decisions and accelerating long-term expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering or related scientific field from an accredited institution.
• Master's or PhD in engineering or science preferred.
• Proven experience in R&D, product development, or advanced engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of core technologies, products, and industry landscape.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-depth technical due diligence on M&A targets, partners, or new ventures, assessing R&D capabilities, IP, and product maturity.
• Evaluate feasibility, scalability, and integration challenges of external technologies; identify risks and synergies.
• Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to R&D roadmap and partnerships.
• Assess commercial potential and technical readiness of internal projects for spin-offs or incubations.

Skills

R&D domain expertise

Tech evaluation

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's or Ph.D. preferred

Job description

Senior Engineer - R&D - Corporate Development

The Senior Engineer - R&D - Corporate Developmentis responsible forleveragingdeep technicalexpertisein research and development toidentify, evaluate, and support strategic growth initiatives for the organization. This pivotal role bridges the gap betweencutting-edgetechnology and corporate strategy, focusing on assessing the technical viability, innovation potential, and strategic fit of potential mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and new ventures. The Senior Engineer will work closely with the Corporate Development team, R&D leadership, and business unit leaders toprovidecritical technical insights that drive informed investment decisions and accelerate the company's long-term strategic expansion.

Key Responsibilities

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Job Summary

The Senior Engineer - R&D - Corporate Developmentis responsible forleveragingdeep technicalexpertisein research and development toidentify, evaluate, and support strategic growth initiatives for the organization. This pivotal role bridges the gap betweencutting-edgetechnology and corporate strategy, focusing on assessing the technical viability, innovation potential, and strategic fit of potential mergers, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and new ventures. The Senior Engineer will work closely with the Corporate Development team, R&D leadership, and business unit leaders toprovidecritical technical insights that drive informed investment decisions and accelerate the company's long-term strategic expansion.

• Lead and conduct in-depth technical due diligence on potential M&A targets, strategic partners, or new venture opportunities, assessing their R&D capabilities, technology stack, intellectual property (IP) portfolio, and product/process maturity.

• Evaluate the technical feasibility, scalability, and integration challenges of external technologies or solutions.Identifytechnical risks and potential synergies between the company's existing R&D efforts and external opportunities.

• Proactivelymonitoremerging technologies, scientific breakthroughs, and industry trends relevant to the company's strategic interests and R&D roadmap.Identifypotential technology partners, startups, or research institutions for collaboration, investment, or acquisition.

• Assess the commercial potential and technical readiness levels of internal R&D projects for potential spin-offs or new business incubation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering(e.g., Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Software, Materials Science, Biomedical) or a relevant scientific discipline from an accredited institution.

• Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or scientific field is highly preferred.

• Proven experience in research and development, product development, or advanced engineering roles.

• Strong understanding of the company's core technologies, products, and industry landscape.

Skills & Abilities

• Deep, hands-on knowledge and experience in a specific R&D domain, with the ability to quickly grasp and evaluate new and complex technologies.

• Strong capability to connect technical insights with broader business strategy,identifyinghow technology can drive growth and competitive advantage.

• Exceptional ability toanalyzecomplex technical problems,identifyroot causes, assess risks, and develop effective, data-driven solutions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior executives.

Expected Minimum Years of Experience

3Years and abovein relevant working experience