Engineer – Engineering Production Support (Laboratory)

Job Purpose/Summary

1. Laboratory Testing & Technical Execution

• Perform advanced metallurgical and chemical testing in accordance with OEM specifications and international standards (ASTM, ISO, AMS).
• Analyze test results, interpret data, and provide technical conclusions and recommendations.
• Lead microstructural evaluations, failure analysis, and material investigations.
• Validate chemical analysis results for cleaning and plating processes and ensure process stability.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in testing processes and recommend corrective actions.

2. Technical Documentation & Engineering Support

• Prepare, review, and approve metallurgical and chemical test reports for operational and customer use.
• Lead or contribute to Engineering Evaluation Requests (EERs) and technical investigations.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of laboratory documentation in compliance with regulatory and internal standards (TPM, MOE).
• Provide technical input to internal stakeholders (Engineering, Operations, Quality).

3. Laboratory Operations & Compliance

• Ensure laboratory operations comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements (GCAA, FAA, EASA).
• Oversee calibration, maintenance, and proper utilization of laboratory equipment.
• Monitor chemical inventory, usage, and control processes.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required technical documentation and justifications.
• Ensure adherence to Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards.

4. Capability Development & Continuous Improvement

• Support development of new laboratory capabilities, including test methods, equipment qualification, and process validation.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement.
• Participate in technical trials, benchmarking, and innovation initiatives.
• Contribute to implementation of best practices in laboratory operations.

5. Team Support & Knowledge Sharing

• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Associate Engineers and Technicians.
• Support knowledge transfer and training initiatives within the laboratory.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational requirements.

**Minimum Qualifications

• *(Education/Certification/Licensure/Professional Membership)***
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline.
• **Minimum Experience:**
• **5 to 8 years**
• of experience in chemical or metallurgical laboratory, preferably in aviation MRO
• Hands-on experience in:
• Metallurgical analysis and failure investigation
• Chemical process control (cleaning/plating solutions)
• Laboratory testing standards (ASTM, AMS, ISO)
• Strong familiarity with aviation regulatory frameworks (GCAA, FAA, EASA)
• Experience in technical report validation and engineering support activities

1.Advanced Technical Knowledge – Laboratory Testing

2.Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

3.Laboratory Equipment & Systems Mastery

4.Technical Documentation & Reporting

5.Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

6.Process Improvement & Innovation

7.Safety & Environmental Stewardship

8.Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

9.Coaching & Knowledge Sharing