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Researcher (Material Characteristics & Application testing)

PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (Rayong)
Rayong
Rayong, Thailand 🇹🇭
PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited was founded on 19th October 2011 through the amalgamation of PTT Chemical Public Company Limited and PTT Aromatics and Refining Public Company Limited to be the chemical flagship of PTT Group. The integration results in reaching a total Olefins and Aromatics production capacity of 8.2 million tons per year and petroleum production capacity of 280,000 barrels per day, making it Thailand’s largest and Asia’s leading integrated petrochemical PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited is strengthened with its diversity of product in both Olefins and Aromatics line, which improves its competitive advantage as well as the ability to reduce risk inherent in the petrochemical industry. A larger production scale as a result of the integration will enable the Company to leverage its significant economy of scale to reduce unit costs as well as to achieve a fully integrated production process that delivers more value-added products, especially the ability to pursue additional downstream specialties. The synergy achieved by the consolidation will also unlock greater benefits in terms of production and market optimization. PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited aims to positively provide stronger financial position and fully benefits to the shareholders. It is also expected to facilitate expanding business opportunities and to build confidence among investors.

About this position

The Researcher (Material Characteristics & Application Testing) will lead the development and execution of application tests for new product applications, ensuring alignment with product specifications and market needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of application tests for new product applications, ensuring alignment with product specifications and market needs.
• Design, implement, and optimize testing methodologies for new product applications, ensuring reliability, repeatability, and accuracy in results.
• Continuously stay informed about the latest industry standards, trends, and emerging testing technologies in product application.
• Build and maintain a network with external testing labs, research institutions, and industry experts to leverage specialized testing capabilities and methodologies.
• Analyze and interpret test data, providing insights and recommendations to support product development, improvement, and optimization.
• Work closely with product application development and technical service to ensure the new application test aligns with product specifications, customer requirements, and industrial standards.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of test procedures, results, and compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Identify potential issues in product performance, troubleshoot test results, and recommend solutions or improvements.
• Mentor junior team members, sharing expertise and knowledge on testing techniques and industry practices. Lead internal training sessions as needed.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a closely related field is preferred.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 2-5 years of direct experience in polymer testing or a similar area is acceptable.
• Strong understanding of polymer chemistry, materials characterization, and testing techniques.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing, material performance evaluation, and data analysis.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements for polymer applications and testing.