THE ROLEThe successful candidate will support and drive new product development activities through a combination of technical investigation, experimental analysis, structured project coordination, and digital or AI/ML-enabled data interpretation. The role is intended for a hands-on senior engineer or scientist who can contribute technically, manage development workstreams with discipline, and help translate development concepts into practical outcomes aligned with business and customer needs.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1.New Product Development Support the development of new products and product improvements from concept through evaluation, technical validation, and implementationPlan and execute technical work related to formulation, materials, process optimization, characterization, or product performance assessmentWork with internal stakeholders to define technical objectives, development priorities, and success criteriaContribute to the generation, screening, and down-selection of product concepts and development options 2. Technical Project Coordination Coordinate assigned development programs and work packages across technical and cross-functional teamsMaintain project timelines, action trackers, technical updates, risk logs, and documentation for ongoing development activitiesMonitor progress against milestones and escalate key technical or execution risks where neededSupport structured project reviews and ensure follow-up actions are tracked to closure 3. Data Analysis and AI/ML-Enabled Development Support Analyze experimental and technical data to support product development decisions and improve development efficiencyApply statistical, digital, and AI/ML-based tools where appropriate to identify trends, correlations, and performance driversSupport the organization and interpretation of development data from multiple sources to improve technical understanding and decision qualityContribute to the use of predictive or data-assisted methods to support screening, optimization, and prioritization of development activities 4. Cross-Functional Technical Support Work closely with R&D, quality, operations, applications, and commercial teams to align development work with internal and external requirementsSupport product-related discussions involving technical feasibility, qualification planning, manufacturability, and readinessHelp translate technical findings into clear summaries and recommendations for broader stakeholder groupsAssist in resolving technical issues arising during development, evaluation, or early implementation phases 5. Product Readiness and Transfer Support Support technical validation, qualification, and product introduction activities as requiredIdentify gaps in technical readiness, data completeness, and execution plans prior to implementation or handoverPrepare development summaries, technical reports, and update materials for internal reviewContribute to the smooth transfer of development outputs into broader technical or operational use 6. Continuous Improvement Improve the rigor and efficiency of development workflows, experiment tracking, and reporting practicesSupport the development of better internal tools and methods for data handling, technical review, and project executionCapture lessons learned and promote more structured development practices across programs QUALIFICATIONS PhD or Masters Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplineRelevant experience in product development, materials development, process development, or technical project executionStrong capability in handling experimental data, technical problem-solving, and structured development workFamiliarity with statistical tools, digital workflows, or AI/ML-assisted analysisAble to work across technical and non-technical teams with good communication and follow-through