R&D Materials Engineer — Lead Customer-Driven Projects

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD is seeking a technically capable professional to lead customer-driven projects and second-source qualification efforts. You will participate in new product development, plan resources, and design experiments, while conducting hands-on lab trial work and data analysis.

You will prepare clear reports and maintain accurate documentation, support sample requests, and ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Metallurgy, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of material science, assembly materials (e.g., paste, powder, flux), or related applications.
• Familiarity with data analysis methods and statistical tools.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer-driven (CD) projects and second-source qualification initiatives, including project planning, execution, regular stakeholder alignment, and technical reporting.
• Support new product development activities, including participation in technical discussions, resource planning, and experimental design.
• Assist in laboratory trial runs, including hands-on work, troubleshooting, data collection, and analysis.
• Prepare and maintain clear and accurate documentation, reports, and test records.
• Support customer sample requests and ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, laboratory standards, and good housekeeping practices.
• Provide technical support for internal stakeholders and external requirements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Marketing teams to support product development and troubleshooting.
• Support administrative tasks, including SAP data updates, documentation control, and laboratory cleanliness.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and perform other assigned duties as required.

Skills

Data analysis methods

Statistical tools

Material science basics

Laboratory safety protocols

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Metallurgy, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

RECRUIT EXPRESS PTE LTD is seeking a technically capable professional to lead customer-driven projects and second-source qualification efforts. You will participate in new product development, plan resources, and design experiments, while conducting hands-on lab trial work and data analysis.

You will prepare clear reports and maintain accurate documentation, support sample requests, and ensure timely delivery.