Process Engineer

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform lab-scale and pilot-level compounding of new polymer / filler systems
• Performing injection molding to prepare the test specimen for polymer testing
• Ensures that lab machinery is operated following established processing, quality, safety, and housekeeping procedures
• Cleans and prepare machinery for efficient changeovers and subsequent compounding & injection molding process
• To monitor and ensure laboratory process machinery integrity and reliability, routine maintenance of machinery & auxiliary equipment.
• Identify problems and recommends solutions (process parameters, equipment upgrade, new equipment definition).
• Development of new and improved process for custom polymer compounds
• Support the transfer of data, processes and technical specifications for implementation into large scale manufacturing operations
• Provide leadership in process safety ensuring all new and modified processes meet best management practices within the industry
• Keep complete and accurate records of process parameters
• Provide operational training for operators or related personnel
• Any other ad-hoc duties as required

Job Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Science or Engineering, preferably in Material Science, Polymer Technology or Chemical Engineering from a renowned university
• Minimum 3 years experience with a strong background in organic and inorganic materials formulation, polymer processing and characterization.
• Experienced in polymer compounding flow simulation and /or tooling CAD/CAM will be an added advantage
• Strong track record in product development