Research and Development Engineer Associate

About the Role

The Research and Development Engineer Associate is a full-time, on-site role based in New Delhi, supporting the design, development, and optimization of advanced mineral recovery and ore-sorting technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting laboratory and pilot-scale experiments.
• Collecting and analyzing data.
• Participating in the development and validation of prototypes and process improvements.
• Preparing technical documentation.
• Contributing to test plans.
• Assisting in troubleshooting issues during experimental trials and early-stage deployments.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations and product teams.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills, including data interpretation, problem-solving, and quantitative analysis.
• Experience or academic exposure to Research and Development (R&D), including experimental design and iterative improvement of processes or products.
• Hands-on experience with testing activities such as laboratory experiments, pilot trials, quality checks, and performance validation.
• Research skills, including literature review, hypothesis formulation, and documentation of findings.
• Exposure to product development, process engineering, or prototype development in engineering or related fields.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Familiarity with hydrometallurgy, mineral processing, battery recycling, or industrial process design is an advantage.
• Ability to work safely in laboratory and industrial environments, following established protocols and standards.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Interest in sustainability, circular economy, and applying science for real-world environmental and industrial impact.