R&D Chemist

Job description

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

Drive new product development for industrial tapes (automotive, electronics, and general industrial) to support the entire APAC team, including the evaluation and certification of new raw materials and suppliers.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

WILL INCLUDE: Product Development & Scaling: Lead product development and localization efforts, ensuring products meet design objectives, timelines, and customer EHS/compliance requirements. Drive manufacturable, cost-effective PSA tape designs and provide full engineering support until successful turnover to Production.

Technology Platform Innovation

Drive the development and advancement of core technology platforms, such as high-performance solvent-based adhesives, water-based adhesives, and other related technologies.

Documentation & Specification Management

Draft, issue, and continuously maintain all necessary documentation required for the product launch process, including specifications for both raw materials and finished products.

Market & Cross-Functional Synergy

Acquire a deep understanding of market, customer, and application requirements by working closely with Sales, Product Management, and ATS teams.

Global & Internal Collaboration

Partner with global peers to select technology roadmaps and execute product localization, while engaging in joint development with other internal R&D teams.

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)

Strictly adhere to company EHS policies and SOPs, complete required safety training, properly use PPE, and maintain a safe laboratory environment at all times.

Qualifications

Over five years of professional background in new product development. Deep technical expertise in tape, adhesives, resins, and silicone technologies within the automotive, electronics, and general industrial sectors. A Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer, Chemical/Polymer Engineering, or a related field. Master or higher is preferred. Fluency in both written and spoken English.