Assistant Process Engineer – Encapsulation & Laboratory Management

KIBING SOLAR ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

KIBING Solar Energy Technologies PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Process Engineer to support module encapsulation, process development and laboratory operations within our R&D environment.

The successful candidate will own day-to-day encapsulation activities, support process improvements and troubleshoot, ensuring the lab is operated safely, efficiently and systematically.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemistry or Physics.
• Relevant working experience in process engineering, laboratory operations, materials processing, encapsulation or related field preferred.
• Hands-on experience with spin coating, encapsulation or thin-film processing advantageous.
• Practical knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling, waste management and equipment maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving, independence, and ownership of tasks.
• Good organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail.
• Experience guiding or supervising junior staff or technicians is an advantage.
• Proactive, responsible and safety- and quality-driven.
• Good communication in a collaborative R&D setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform and support module encapsulation and internal encapsulation process development.
• Conduct experiments including spin coating and analyze data.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement solutions.
• Coordinate daily work activities and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Manage lab materials, chemicals and inventory for availability and control.
• Oversee laboratory safety, waste management and housekeeping.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain chemical inventories and lab records.
• Support safety induction and training for new team members.
• Guide junior staff or lab personnel as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve lab processes, efficiency and safety.

Skills

Lab operations

Process engineering

Problem solving

Team coordination

Education

Chemical Engineering

Materials Science

Chemistry

Tools

Spin coating

Encapsulation

Thin-film processing

Job description

KEY JOB PURPOSE

We are seeking a hands-on and proactive Assistant Process Engineer to support module encapsulation, process development and laboratory operations within our R&D environment.

The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day encapsulation activities, support process improvement and troubleshooting, and ensure the laboratory is operated safely, efficiently and systematically.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The job scope includes:

• Perform and support module encapsulation and internal encapsulation process development.
• Conduct experiments, including spin coating, and analyze and organize experimental data.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and implement practical solutions.
• Coordinate daily work activities and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Manage laboratory materials, chemicals and inventory to ensure proper availability and control.
• Oversee laboratory housekeeping, safety practices and chemical waste management.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, servicing and troubleshooting of common laboratory equipment.
• Conduct chemical inventory checks and maintain relevant laboratory records.
• Support laboratory safety induction and training for new team members.
• Guide and coordinate junior staff or laboratory personnel where required.
• Identify opportunities to improve laboratory processes, work efficiency and safety standards.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONREQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or a related discipline.
• Relevant working experience in process engineering, laboratory operations, materials processing, encapsulation or a related technical field is preferred.
• Hands‑on experience with spin coating, encapsulation or thin‑film processing will be an advantage.
• Practical knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling, waste management and equipment maintenance.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Good organizational and coordination skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience in guiding, coordinating or supervising junior staff, technicians or laboratory personnel is an advantage.
• Proactive, responsible and hands‑on with a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative R&D environment.

ABRIDGED VERSION OF JOB DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS

We are seeking a hands‑on and motivated engineering professional to join our growing R&D team in advancing perovskite photovoltaic technology.

The role will support module encapsulation, process development and laboratory operations, contributing to the development and integration of high‑efficiency, large‑area perovskite photovoltaic modules. The successful candidate will also play an important role in ensuring safe, efficient and well‑organized laboratory operations.

Candidates with relevant industry experience, strong problem‑solving skills and experience in coordinating or supervising laboratory personnel will be highly valued.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.