Strategic R&D Engineer for Growth & Corporate Dev

GAMUDA; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GAMUDA invites a Senior Engineer - R&D - Corporate Development to apply. You will leverage deep technical expertise to identify, evaluate, and support strategic growth initiatives, bridging cutting-edge technology and corporate strategy for potential M&A, partnerships, and new ventures.

The Senior Engineer will work closely with the Corporate Development team, R&D leadership, and business unit leaders to provide critical technical insights that drive informed investment decisions and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant field 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct technical due diligence on potential M&A targets, strategic partners, or new venture opportunities, assessing their R&D capabilities, technology stack, IP portfolio, and product/process maturity.
• Evaluate the technical feasibility, scalability, and integration challenges of external technologies or solutions. Identify technical risks and potential synergies between the company's existing R&D efforts and external opportunities.
• Proactively monitor emerging technologies, scientific breakthroughs, and industry trends relevant to the company's strategic interests and R&D roadmap. Identify potential 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.

Skills

R&D domain expertise

Business strategy alignment

Technical due diligence

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant scientific discipline

Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering or scientific field

Job description

GAMUDA invites a Senior Engineer - R&D - Corporate Development to apply. You will leverage deep technical expertise to identify, evaluate, and support strategic growth initiatives, bridging cutting-edge technology and corporate strategy for potential M&A, partnerships, and new ventures.

The Senior Engineer will work closely with the Corporate Development team, R&D leadership, and business unit leaders to provide critical technical insights that drive informed investment decisions and