Research & Development Engineer

DR LASER SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DR Laser Singapore Pte. Ltd. is seeking a motivated Research & Development Engineer to support R&D and engineering activities in our semiconductor production environment.

This role bridges hands-on experimentation, data-driven analysis, and continuous improvement to validate new processes, support technology trials, and enhance device performance. You will work with senior engineers and cross-functional teams, preparing technical documentation, conducting DOE studies, and contributing to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D and engineering teams to develop and validate process improvements.
• Conduct experiments, data collection, and analysis to evaluate process stability and performance.
• Participate in process characterization, DOE studies, and engineering trials.
• Assist in troubleshooting issues by performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and reports for engineering reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as process, equipment, quality, and production to support technology ramp-up and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields

Tools

Excel

Python

JMP

Minitab

Job description

DR Laser is a listed company in photovoltaic enterprise that has been committed to the innovative application of laser technology. We are a key international leading provider in the global photovoltaic industry and has made important contributions to the technological development and iterative innovation of high-efficiency solar cells. The company's high-efficiency solar cell PERC laser ablation equipment and SE laser doping equipment have been sold worldwide and occupying more than 80% market share. With the growing market needs in semi-conductor sectors, DR Laser is consolidating the laser technical knowledge and to enrich and expand the product range to include consumer electronics, integrated circuits and other fields.

By joining the new Singapore branch, you will be contributed to the development of the next generation laser product, from planning to manufacturing and to the final testing. We are looking for talents who is passionate about technology and precisions to join our rapid growing team. If you are self-motivated, curious and an explorer of advanced technologies, we would like to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivatedResearch & Development Engineerto support R&D and engineering activities in our semiconductor production environment. This role bridges hands-on experimentation, data-driven analysis, and continuous improvement. You will be involved in validating new processes, supporting technology trials, and collaborating with senior engineers to enhance device performance and manufacturing capability.

This position is ideal for candidates interested in semiconductor technology development and engineering innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support R&D and engineering teams in developing and validating process improvements and new technologies.
• Conduct experiments, data collection, and analysis to evaluate process stability and performance.
• Participate in process characterization, DOE studies, and engineering trials.
• Assist in troubleshooting issues by performing root cause analysis and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare technical documentation, presentations, and reports for engineering reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as process, equipment, quality, and production to support technology ramp-up and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related fields (Materials, Chemical, Physics, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; interest in semiconductor R&D.
• Basic understanding of semiconductor manufacturing concepts is a plus.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools (Excel, Python, JMP, Minitab) is advantageous.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to work in cleanroom or laboratory environments when required.