Research And Development Engineer

Neltex Development Co. Inc.; Dasmariñas; On-site; PHP 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Neltex Development Co. Inc. is seeking a hands-on R&D and development specialist to support all stages of product creation—from research and development to prototype testing and quality assurance.

You will work in Cavite, applying your knowledge in polymer formulations, material testing, and raw material evaluation, while maintaining meticulous records and collaborating with Purchasing, QA, and Production.

Qualifications

• Graduate in chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, or equivalent.
• At least 6 months' experience in manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in R&D, polymer/PVC formulation, material testing and raw material evaluation.
• Analytical mindset with keen attention to details.
• Willing to be assigned in First Industrial Estate Cavite, Dasma Cavite.

Responsibilities

• Conducts stability tests for newly developed products.
• Reviews existing designs and supports the enhancement or revision of products.
• Evaluates alternative raw materials for new and existing products.
• Maintains records of all product formulations. Updates changes or modifies them if needed.
• Conducts research on alternative materials, processes and technologies, and polymers, resins, and plastic additives-related product concepts and recommends adoption or further study as necessary.
• Recommends change in formulations to improve product quality or reduce cost, as necessary.
• Assists Purchasing Department in raw material testing and application.
• Assists Quality Assurance and Production Departments in troubleshooting activities.
• Performs duties and functions in lieu of other product specialists as needed, or other duties assigned by superior.

Skills

R&D experience

Polymer formulation

Material testing

Raw material evaluation

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS Chemical Engineering

BS Material Science

BS Chemistry

Equivalent degree

Job description

You will be working on all stages of the production process, from research and development to prototype testing and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of BS Chemical Engineering, BS Material Science, BS Chemistry, or equivalent
• At least 6 months work experience in manufacturing industry
• Must have proven experience in Research and Developent (R&D), polymer/PVC formulation, material testing, and raw material evaluation
• Must be analytical and keen to details
• Willing to be assigned in First Industrial Estate Cavite, Dasma Cavite

Responsibilities

• Conducts stability tests for newly developed products.
• Review existing designs, supporting the enhancement or revision of products.
• Evaluates alternative raw materials for new and existing products.
• Maintains records of all product formulations. Updates changes or modifies them if needed.
• Conducts research on alternative materials, processes and technologies, and polymers, resins, and plastic additives-related product concepts and recommends adoption or further study as necessary.
• Recommends change in formulations to improve product quality or reduce cost, as necessary.
• Assists Purchasing Department in raw material testing and application.
• Assists Quality Assurance and Production Departments in troubleshooting activities.
• Performs duties and functions in lieu of other product specialists as needed, or other duties assigned by superior.