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