R&D TS&D Technician

Dow Chemical; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global materials science company located in Singapore is seeking a TS&D Technician to provide lab testing support for various coating markets. In this role, you'll operate lab equipment, assist in product qualification, maintain safety standards, and manage sample logistics. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Science or related fields with at least 2 years of experience in a chemical lab environment. Good communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively are essential.

Benefits

Market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunities

Robust medical and life insurance packages

Opportunities for training and mentoring

Competitive yearly vacation allowance

Paid time off for family care and volunteering

On-site fitness facilities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of working experience in a chemical lab environment.
• Good command of both spoken and written English.
• Basic knowledge of relevant computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Support TS&D Specialist in formulation works and sample preparations.
• Operate lab testing equipment independently.
• Communicate test data to plant teams.
• Maintain lab safety and cleanliness.
• Manage sample logistics and support customer training.
• Participate in site safety programs.

Skills

Strong safety ethics and attention to details

Independent, self-driven, and positive attitude

Effective time management

Strong communication and organization skills

Willingness to learn and adapt

Education

Diploma in Science / Chemistry / Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

SAP

Job description

About this role

Dow Coating Materials R&D/TS&D organization is now open for a position as TS&D Technician located in Singapore Solaris site. This role will provide lab testing supporting various Coating markets with primary focus on manufacturing plant supports on products scale‑up qualifications across five manufacturing plants customer sampling support exposure site activities and coordination of customers technical training.

Responsibilities

• Support TS & D Specialist in formulation works sample preparations carry out paint characterization and test reporting.
• Operate lab testing equipment independently high‑speed dispermat viscometers aging chambers and digital imaging stations.
• Communicate test data to plant QC/Process teams supporting new product scale up and qualification.
• Maintain lab safety and cleanliness adhering to 5S standards and Dows Operating Discipline Management System (ODMS). This includes full compliance to chemical handling storage and waste disposal procedures.
• Manage sample logistics and support technical training for customers.
• Active participation in site safety programs and laboratory audits.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Science / Chemistry / Engineering or any other related discipline.
• At least 2 years of working experience in chemical lab environment on‑job training will be provided.
• Good command of both spoken and written English.
• Basic Microsoft Office knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Other computer programs like SAP would be added advantage.

Your Skills

• Strong safety ethics and attention to details.
• Independent self‑driven and positive attitude.
• Effective time management and communication and organization skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic collaborative environment.

Additional Notes

• This role is based in Singapore no international relocation support will be provided.

Benefits What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay your health your life your future and your bring your background talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• Equitable and market‑competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical mental financial and social well‑being to help you get the care you need.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company‑provided benefits savings opportunities financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long‑term financial goals.
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees Savings Plan (401(k)) helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring work experiences community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role‑based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non‑birthing including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Groups (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees our one‑stop shop to promote wellbeing empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On‑site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping cinema tickets gym memberships and more.
• Additionally some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon‑neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies serving customers in high‑growth markets such as packaging infrastructure mobility and consumer global breadth asset integration and scale focused innovation leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative customer‑centric inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting.

As part of our dedication to inclusion Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dows equal opportunities is available on .