Test / Senior Test Engineer (Materials Testing Laboratory)

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.

• 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 standards 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.