Lead Engineer (Materials Testing Operations and Failure Analysis)

IMR Test Labs Singapore Pte. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

IMR Test Labs in Singapore is looking for a Lead Engineer to manage materials testing and failure analysis across multiple departments. This role emphasizes leadership in technical guidance, operational efficiency, and collaboration with customers locally and internationally. Candidates should possess a strong background in materials science and engineering along with a proven track record of at least 10 years in relevant evaluations and analyses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in metallurgical evaluation and failure analysis.
• Strong technical foundation in materials engineering.
• Knowledge of testing and analytical techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee material testing operations across various departments.
• Provide technical guidance and approve test reports.
• Conduct metallurgical failure analysis with high-quality reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science

Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering

Job description

About the Role

IMR Test Labs, Singapore is seeking an experienced Lead Engineer (Materials Testing Operations and Failure Analysis) to lead and oversee testing activities across the Metallurgy, Mechanical Testing, and Chemistry departments, and to provide metallurgical failure analysis services. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance your leadership career in a dynamic environment, working closely with other IMR sites as well as local and international customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee material testing operations across Metallurgy, Mechanical Testing, Chemistry, and departments.

• Provide technical guidance and oversight of testing performed, review and approve test reports.

• Interface with customers to understand testing requirements, propose scope of work, and ensure customer objectives are met.

• Conduct metallurgical failure analysis, ensure high-quality analysis and accurate reporting.

• Provide technical leadership in materials engineering, analytical techniques, and testing methodologies, and contribute to the development of new testing capabilities to meet customer requirements.

• Provide technical leadership during ISO/IEC 17025, Nadcap, and other customer audits or proficiency testing activities.

• Lead operational initiatives to enhance testing efficiency, improve workflows, and reduce turnaround times.

• Oversee laboratory facility and EHS management activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science or Materials Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred).

• Minimum 10 years of experience in metallurgical evaluation, failure analysis, and materials/mechanical testing.

• Strong technical foundation in materials engineering and knowledge of testing and analytical techniques.

• Good leadership and communication skills

• Organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities effectively.