Senior Research Engineer I, Composite Materials, IMRE

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES is seeking a Research Engineer to drive materials development, thermal and chemical conversion, and sustainable feedstock utilization in Singapore. You will conduct hands-on experiments, operate lab reactors, develop processes, and analyze data with AI assistance to translate technology for industry impact.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure experimental quality, maintain safety, and deliver milestones with clear documentation and regular progress

Qualifications

• Diploma, BSc or MSc in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, or related discipline.
• Hands‑on experimental experience in reaction engineering, catalysis, thermal conversion or process development preferred.
• Experience with lab reactors and analytical methods is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Strong planning, data handling and documentation skills; safety and quality focused.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experimental programmes for polymer conversion by pyrolysis to produce light olefins.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate catalysts, materials, feedstocks and reaction systems.
• Support operation and maintenance of lab-scale reactor systems and equipment.
• Analyze product distributions, conversion, selectivity and data quality with traceable records.
• Deliver reproducible technical results and provide progress updates for discussions.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Reaction engineering

Catalysis

Data analysis

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical Eng./Chem./Materials Science

Tools

Fixed-bed reactor

Fluidised-bed reactor

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Engineer to support research and development in materials development, thermal and chemical conversion, and sustainable feedstock utilisation. The role combines hands‑on laboratory experimentation, materials preparation, reactor operation, process development, data analysis with AI assistance, and technology scale‑up. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary research teams and industry partners, with a strong focus on experimental quality, safe operations, timely delivery of project milestones, and practical technology translation.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experimental programmes for polymer conversion by pyrolysis to produce light olefins, involving catalytic reactions, materials development, thermal conversion, chemical processing, and alternative feedstock utilisation.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate catalysts, functional materials, feedstocks, and reaction systems.
• Support the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory‑scale fixed‑bed reactor and fluidised‑bed reactor systems and associated equipment.
• Evaluate product distributions, conversion performance, selectivity, material properties, and data quality; maintain clear and traceable experimental records.
• Deliver reproducible and reliable technical results.
• Prepare concise technical reports, presentations, and regular progress updates for project discussions.
• Work closely with collaborators and cross‑disciplinary research teams on reactor development, process modelling, techno‑economic assessment, and scale‑up planning.
• Contribute to safe laboratory operations, risk assessments, standard operating procedures, and continuous improvement of experimental workflows.

Requirements

• Diploma, BSc or MSc in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science & Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Hands‑on experimental experience in reaction engineering, catalysis, thermal conversion, pyrolysis, or process development is preferred.
• Experience with fixed‑bed, fluidised‑bed, or other laboratory‑scale reactor systems would be advantageous but is not mandatory.
• Experience in gas, liquid, or solid product analysis, equipment maintenance, instrumentation, or troubleshooting would be beneficial.
• Good understanding in experimental planning, data analysis, technical documentation, and structured problem‑solving.
• Strong commitment to laboratory safety, experimental quality, and reliable data generation.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary research and industry‑facing team
• Self‑motivated, proactive, adaptable, and willing to learn new experimental methods, equipment, and technical areas.
• Candidateswith strong hands‑on aptitude are welcome to apply.

The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.