Lead, R&D for Thermal Interface Materials

Element Solutions Inc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Job summary

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, part of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), seeks an experienced R&D Applications Manager to lead TIM-related research, development, and product strategy. You will direct both application and formulation teams, collaborating with Commercial, Operations, Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain and Global R&D to deliver innovative TIM solutions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive cross-functional projects in a

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with strong technical reports and business correspondence.
• Experience presenting to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to translate lab insights into development recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead TIM material strategy and roadmaps with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee application and formulation groups, up to 8 staff.
• Develop core product development and validation strategies.
• Coordinate with CTS, Sales and global R&D teams.
• Manage CapEx strategy and budget for the team.

Skills

Metallurgy

Material analysis

TIM/wafer packaging

Reliability testing

Team leadership

Education

MS in Materials Science

PhD in related field

Tools

TIM1/1.5 materials

Job description

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, part of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), seeks an experienced R&D Applications Manager to lead TIM-related research, development, and product strategy. You will direct both application and formulation teams, collaborating with Commercial, Operations, Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain and Global R&D to deliver innovative TIM solutions.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to drive cross-functional projects in a