R&D Scientific Metal Engineer

SMX CIRCULAR ECONOMY PLATFORM PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability firm in Singapore is seeking a technical project manager to design and develop solutions, lead project stages, and manage R&D activities. Responsibilities include coordinating experiments, preparing reports, and supervising assistant researchers. Ideal candidates have a strong background in project management and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop technical solutions for assigned projects within defined budgets.
• Lead all stages of project management, including R&D and regulatory compliance.
• Independently plan and execute research projects and monitor experiments.

Job description

• Design and develop technical solutions for assigned projects within defined budgets and quality standards;
• Lead all stages of project management, including R&D, process engineering, scale-up to production, and regulatory compliance;
• Develop test plans, manage R&D timelines, and align with departmental objectives;
• Independently plan and execute research projects, conduct / monitor experiments, and support laboratory operations;
• Coordinate trials, collect and analyse data, and document laboratory experiments per project schedules;
• Prepare professional technical reports and documentation for clients, subcontractors, and investors;
• Collaborate with subcontractors and third-party service providers for experimental activities;
• Identify and engage metallurgical laboratories and subcontractors to test metal formulation through master alloy preparation, melting, processing (casting, rolling, forming, coiling...), and full quality testing across different metal families;
• Build and maintain a library of molecules and additives and lead the execution of proof-of-concept (POC) pilots and live client demonstrations;
• Supervise assistant researchers, offering guidance and resources to ensure project success;
• Manage project-related administrative tasks including expense reporting, invoice approval, and data tracking; and
• Field visits to monitor research project progress.