Test / Senior Test Engineer (Materials Testing Laboratory)

professional testing services pte ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PROFESSIONAL TESTING SERVICES PTE LTD is seeking a seasoned Materials/Metallurgical Engineer to lead testing activities and guide engineers. The role emphasizes metals testing, result interpretation, and adherence to relevant standards.

You will support the Technical Manager in coordinating priorities, resources and continuous improvement of lab methods and capabilities, while ensuring compliance and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree in Materials/Metallurgical/Mechanical Eng with relevant materials/metallurgy experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in materials testing, especially metals and metallurgy; interpret test results and standards.
• Support Technical Manager in coordinating testing activities, priorities and resources for quality and timeliness.
• Guide engineers and technicians in testing activities and problem-solving.
• Review test data and reports for accuracy, traceability and compliance with standards and customer requirements.
• Lead investigations into non-conforming work, deviations, abnormal results and customer complaints.
• Develop team capabilities via coaching, cross-training and competency development.
• Support technical discussions with customers; clarify testing requirements and findings.
• Lead development and improvement of testing methods, lab capabilities and processes.
• Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, quality systems, calibration and safety.
• Collaborate with QA, Customer Service, Sales and other lab sections to support objectives.
• Perform other related technical and operational duties as assigned.

Skills

Metallurgy

Technical leadership

Problem solving

Independent work

Communication

ISO 17025

Standards knowledge

Laboratory testing

Quality assurance

Education

Materials Eng

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and guidance in materials testing, particularly metals and metallurgy, including interpretation of test results and applicable standards.
• Support the Technical Manager in coordinating testing activities, work priorities and resources to ensure quality, efficiency and timely completion.
• Guide and support engineers and technicians in testing activities, technical problem-solving and interpretation of testing requirements.
• Review test data, technical findings and reports to ensure accuracy, traceability and compliance with applicable standards, customer requirements and laboratory procedures.
• Lead and support investigations into non-conforming work, testing deviations, abnormal results, customer complaints and other technical issues.
• Develop team capabilities through technical coaching, knowledge sharing, cross-training and competency development of engineers and technicians.
• Support technical discussions with customers, including clarification of testing requirements, technical findings and resolution of technical matters.
• Lead and support the development and improvement of testing methods, laboratory capabilities, work processes and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, laboratory quality systems, equipment calibration and verification requirements, workplace safety and applicable standards.
• Work closely with the Technical Manager, QA, Customer Service, Sales and other laboratory sections to support department and business objectives.
• Perform other related technical and operational duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with relevant materials/metallurgy experience, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in metals, metallurgy, material properties and material behaviour.
• Proven experience in leading, guiding or coordinating engineers and/or technicians, with the ability to provide technical guidance and support team development.
• Strong technical judgement and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and quickly pick up new testing methods, standards and technical requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant material and testing standard such as ASTM, ISO, BS and ASME; experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory will be an advantage.
• Hands-on experience in metallurgical examination, materials testing or failure investigation will be an advantage.
• Proactive and responsible, with good leadership, planning, communication and interpersonal skills.