Lead Thermal Materials R&D Engineer for Semiconductors

HERAEUS MATERIALS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Heraeus Materials Singapore Pte. Ltd. seeks an experienced materials engineer to steer R&D efforts in cutting-edge semiconductor materials.

The role focuses on leading the development of sinter and TIM1 products, optimizing formulations and production processes, and guiding junior engineers toward high-performance solutions. The successful candidate will work across disciplines, author technical documents, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer expectations in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in materials science, chemistry or related field.
• 5–7 years in sinter or TIM1 product development with semiconductor experience.
• Hands-on product development and leadership of technical teams/projects.
• Strong knowledge of sinter paste and TIM1 materials incl. synthesis, characterization, processing, thermal properties, evaluation, and application development.
• Understanding of safety, environmental, and waste regulations.
• Strong analytical and data-interpretation skills to support formulation and process optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving, strategic thinking, decision-making incl. risk assessment and adaptability.
• Project management skills and ability to manage resources and priorities.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills for global cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute development projects for Sinter and TIM1 new products.
• Explore new technologies and liaise with stakeholders for requirements and strategy decisions.
• Provide professional solutions on materials characterization, especially thermal properties; troubleshoot.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster continuous learning and innovation.
• Author technical reports, papers, patent applications, progress updates, and overviews.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sinter paste

TIM1 materials

Materials characterization

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Education

Master27s degree in materials science/chemistry

Job description

Heraeus Materials Singapore Pte. Ltd. seeks an experienced materials engineer to steer R&D efforts in cutting-edge semiconductor materials.

The role focuses on leading the development of sinter and TIM1 products, optimizing formulations and production processes, and guiding junior engineers toward high-performance solutions. The successful candidate will work across disciplines, author technical documents, and ensure compliance with industry standards and customer expectations in a dynamic,