Research And Development Engineer

Research & Development Engineer

• Develop and execute comprehensive R&D strategies aligned with business objectives and market trends.
• Lead research initiatives for next-generation engineered quartz products, including sustainable solutions (e.g., Low Silica Quartz, Bio Quartz) in line with evolving environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
• Innovate in surface design, aesthetics, and performance characteristics to maintain market leadership.

• Manage the full product lifecycle from concept, prototyping, and scale-up to commercialization.
• Develop and optimize quartz–resin composite formulations for enhanced performance.
• Apply expertise in

  unsaturated polyester resins, epoxy systems, curing agents, and coupling agents

  to create products with superior mechanical and functional properties.

• Oversee and refine production processes, parameters, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Drive efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement through process optimization.
• Collaborate with production teams to integrate

  Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

  principles.

• Develop and execute testing protocols for physical, chemical, and mechanical performance of finished goods.
• Oversee raw material analysis, in-process monitoring, and finished product validation.
• Implement and maintain quality management systems in compliance with

  ISO, NSF, Greenguard, Kosher, and other industry certifications

  .
• Coordinate audits and manage relationships with regulatory and certification bodies.

• Partner with marketing, operations, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless alignment from R&D to commercialization.
• Provide technical expertise to support product positioning, market introduction, and customer requirements.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in

  Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field

  .
• 5+ years of proven experience in

  R&D, formulation development, or process engineering

  within engineered stone, composites, or related industries.
• Strong track record of successful

  product development and commercialization

  .

• In-depth knowledge of

  resin systems, composite materials, and curing mechanisms

  .
• Hands-on expertise in laboratory research, pilot testing, and process scale-up.
• Proficiency in

  physical, chemical, and mechanical testing protocols

  for raw materials and finished goods.
• Familiarity with

  sustainable materials and eco-friendly manufacturing practices

  .

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Innovative mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and sustainability.