Research and Development Specialist (R&D / Chemical Plant / PhD)

EA RECRUITMENT PTE. LTD.

  • Well Established Company

  • Basic $5000 - $5500 + AWS + Variable Bonus

  • Excellent Welfare and Benefits + Career progression

  • Working location: Tuas (Company Transport Provided)

  • Working day: Monday to Friday

  • Working hours: 8am to 5pm


Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop, evaluate, and optimize treatment and handling processes for existing, new, and unknown waste streams, ensuring technical feasibility and cost-effectiveness.

  • Design and implement resource recovery processes from waste streams to enhance sustainability and value creation.

  • Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to understand waste sources, identify treatment and recovery opportunities, support commercialization, and execute pilot trials.

  • Identify, assess, and implement new technologies and processes, including collaboration with external partners (universities, research institutes, and technology providers).

  • Establish and continuously improve laboratory capabilities, including process development and analytical methods to support R&D activities.

  • Drive continuous improvement of existing operations through process optimization and introduction of alternative treatment methods.

  • Ensure compliance with internal procedures, documentation standards, and all safety, health, and environmental requirements; maintain proper laboratory housekeeping.

  • Support evaluation and development of handling procedures for high-risk and high-value waste streams.

  • Contribute to new business development, including identifying opportunities, supporting new projects, and participating in facility planning and operations.

  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies and proactively introduce relevant innovations into the company.


Job Requirements:

  • Ph.D in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with more than 5 years of experience in the area of specialty chemical manufacturing/applications, oil & gas or water treatment industry

  • No colour blindness


Candidates are encouraged to apply this position via Apply Now button with the following information in the resume

  • Work experiences and job responsibilities

  • Current and Expected salary

  • Reason for leaving

  • Date of availability

  • Education background


We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


LIONG ZHAO GUAN (R22107632)

EA Recruitment Pte Ltd

EA License No: 21C0492

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