Material Engineer (Plastics and Composites)

WANCO MANPOWER PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Singapore is seeking a Material Engineer to conduct R&D on advanced materials. Candidates should hold a PhD in Materials Engineering or a related field and have strong knowledge of resins and composites. This role involves collaboration with R&D teams and optimizing forming processes. Interested applicants may email their resumes to apply.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Engineering or a related field (fresh graduates are encouraged to apply).
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of resins, plastics, and composite materials.
• Experience in material characterization including mechanical, thermal, and physical properties.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of advanced resin, plastic, and composite material systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize forming processes for plastics and composites.
• Support scale-up activities for new material applications in industrial settings.

Skills

Theoretical and practical knowledge of resins

Knowledge of composites

Familiarity with plastic forming processes

Experience in material characterization

Hands-on experience in prototype fabrication

Education

PhD in Materials Engineering or related field

Job description

The client is a world-renowned electronics manufacturing company headquartered in Taiwan, recognized as one of the largest technology solution providers globally. They are expanding their R&D presence in Singapore. The below position is open urgently.

Position

Material Engineer (Plastics and Composites)

Working Hours

Mon to Fri, 9am to 6pm

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of advanced resin, plastic, and composite material systems.
• Participate hands‑on in the fabrication and characterization of prototypes, including the evaluation of mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to optimize forming processes for plastics and composites.
• Support scale‑up activities for new material applications in industrial settings and work closely with material suppliers and production teams.
• Contribute to the creation of new intellectual properties (IPs) in the area of expertise.
• Provide technical support for short‑term overseas assignments related to process development.

Key Qualifications / Requirements

• PhD in Materials Engineering or a related field (fresh graduates are encouraged to apply).
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of resins, plastics, and composite materials, including fibre‑reinforced composites.
• Familiarity with plastic forming processes such as injection molding, extrusion, compression molding, or other relevant manufacturing methods.
• Understanding of plastic and composite forming equipment and process optimization is advantageous.
• Knowledge in sustainable materials such as recycled plastics, bioplastics, or biomass‑based materials will be an added advantage.
• Experience in material characterization (mechanical, thermal, physical/chemical, rheological properties).
• Hands‑on experience in prototype fabrication and testing for property and performance evaluation.

Interested candidates, kindly email updated resume to [e-mail] with “Material Engineer”, thank you.