Research Engineer (Process Systems)

NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Singapore is seeking a Research Engineer to focus on scaling up electro-metallurgical battery recycling technologies. The ideal candidate will have a background in chemical engineering and experience with metals extraction processes. Responsibilities include engineering design, optimization of pilot systems, and technical documentation. Motivated candidates with strong analytical skills and teamwork capabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in metals extraction from primary ore and secondary sources.
• Hands-on experience in process development and piloting new technologies preferred.
• Experience with electrochemical processes and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to scaling up electro-metallurgical battery recycling technologies.
• Support testing and optimization of pilot scale systems.
• Document all process development efforts and contribute to technical reports.

Skills

Engineering design

Data analysis

Process safety knowledge (HAZOP, PHA)

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical engineering, Metallurgical engineering, Electrochemical engineering, Chemistry

Job description

Interested applicants are invited to apply directly at the NUS Career Portal.

Your application will be processed only if you apply via the NUS Career Portal.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Job Description

Research Engineer position in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at National University of Singapore (NUS). With a strong focus on industrial projects, we are developing our exciting technologies beyond the lab scale. We are seeking a talented and experienced individual with a background in chemical engineering and electrochemistry to join us.

As a Research Engineer, you will contribute to our industry projects focusing on scaling up our electro-metallurgical battery recycling technologies from lab to pilot scale. Main activities include:

• Engineering design, Heat & Mass balances, equipment selection and sizing calculations and flowsheet development (PFD, P&IDs) for scale up systems.
• Support testing and optimization of small scale and pilot scale systems, including troubleshooting of process.
• Document all process development, testing, and optimization efforts, and contribute to technical reports and presentations.
• Liaising with suppliers and contractors for equipment procurement and setting up scale up systems.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemical engineering, Metallurgical engineering, Electrochemical engineering, Chemistry or other relevant fields.
2. 1-3 yrs experience in metals extraction (Li, Ni, Co, Mn, Cu) from primary ore, secondary sources (waste, tailings), downstream processing and Electrochemical processes is preferred.
3. Prior hands-on experience in process development and piloting new technologies is desired. Above 5 yrs experience will be considered as a senior role to lead pilot scale operations.
4. Good knowledge of process safety (HAZOP, PHA).
5. Strong analytical skills and experience in data analysis and interpretation.
6. Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.