R&D Specialist (Research & Development I Water Treatment I PhD)

EA RECRUITMENT PTE LTD; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 60 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Excellent welfare and benefits

Career progression

Résumé du poste

Well Established Company in Tuas, Singapore, is seeking a highly qualified professional to lead treatment and waste management initiatives. The role focuses on developing and optimizing processes for diverse waste streams, driving resource recovery, and collaborating with Sales, Marketing and Operations to commercialize solutions and run pilot trials.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 5+ years in specialty chemical manufacturing, oil & gas, or water

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with 5+ years in specialty chemical manufacturing, oil & gas or water treatment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Develop, evaluate and optimize treatment and handling processes for waste streams, ensuring feasibility and cost-effectiveness.
• Design and implement resource recovery processes from waste streams to enhance sustainability and value creation.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Operations to identify waste sources, support commercialization and pilot trials.
• Identify and implement new technologies with external partners (universities, research institutes, technology providers).
• Establish and continuously improve laboratory capabilities including process development and analytical methods for R&D.
• Drive continuous improvement of operations through process optimization and alternative treatment methods.
• Ensure compliance with procedures, documentation standards and safety/health/environmental requirements; maintain lab housekeeping.
• Support evaluation and development of handling procedures for high-risk and high-value waste streams.
• Contribute to new business development and facility planning; stay updated on industry trends and innovations.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Formation

PhD in Chemistry/ Chemical Eng.

Description du poste

• Well Established Company

• Basic $5000 - $5500 + AWS + Variable Bonus

• Excellent Welfare and Benefits + Career progression

• Working location: Tuas (Company Transport Provided)

• Working day: Monday to Friday

• Working hours: 8am to 5pm

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop, evaluate, and optimize treatment and handling processes for existing, new, and unknown waste streams, ensuring technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness.

• Design and implement resource recovery processes from waste streams to enhance sustainability and value creation.

• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to understand waste sources, identify treatment and recovery opportunities, support commercialization, and execute pilot trials.

• Identify, assess, and implement new technologies and processes, including collaboration with external partners (universities, research institutes, and technology providers).

• Establish and continuously improve laboratory capabilities, including process development and analytical methods to support R&D activities.

• Drive continuous improvement of existing operations through process optimization and introduction of alternative treatment methods.

• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, documentation standards, and all safety, health, and environmental requirements; maintain proper laboratory housekeeping.

• Support evaluation and development of handling procedures for high-risk and high-value waste streams.

• Contribute to new business development, including identifying opportunities, supporting new projects, and participating in facility planning and operations.

• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies and proactively introduce relevant innovations into the company.

• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Ph.D in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with more than 5 years of experience in the area of specialty chemical manufacturing/applications, oil & gas or water treatment industry

• Good analytical abilities and communication skills

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.