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Senior Chemical Engineer - Footwear

Job Type

Full Time

Workspace

On-site

Location

Vietnam/China

Date

29 Oct 2025

Company and Objectives

Your expertise transforms innovative materials and processes into practical product solutions. You will participate in projects that influence product quality and consumer experience for global brands.

Job Description

- Customer Support & Technical Interface; act as the technical liaison between customers and factories, supporting all chemical development and application need.
- Chemical Material Application & Technical Development; possess solid knowledge of footwear sole chemical materials and raw material properties, with hands-on experience in RB, IP, PU, EVA, PHYLON, and coating formulations and processes.
- Deeply understand material physical reactions and process parameters; adjust material compositions and optimize formulations according to different shoe model requirements.
- Demonstrate expertise in upper material chemical applications such as hot melt adhesives, foams, TPU heat cutting, screen printing inks, TPU/plastic injection, and lamination processes, and understand their production characteristics.
- Be familiar with adhesive and solvent applications and performance properties, selecting appropriate options for different material bonding needs.
- Understand tensile properties and testing methods to ensure structural strength and durability that meet brand and customer quality standards.
- Process Support & On-site Implementation; outsole assembly and molding processes; define proper adhesive and treatment methods based on material characteristics to ensure consistent bonding strength and product quality.
- Support testing, troubleshooting, and technical evaluation during the introduction of new formulations or chemicals, providing solutions and process optimization recommendations.
- Quality & Regulatory Compliance; understand brand testing standards and chemical requirements to ensure all developed and introduced chemicals meet brand specifications.
- Possess experience in RSL (Restricted Substances List) management and implementation to ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Cross-functional Collaboration & Information Integration; work closely with cross-functional teams to communicate and adjust technical aspects related to adhesion, structural design, and process feasibility.
- Monitor chemical material applications in outsole factories and support technical communication and on-site assistance during new material or formulation introductions.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree or above in Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in chemical engineering within the footwear industry.
- Good command of both English and Chinese.
- Strong cross-functional communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multinational environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send up-to-date CVs to info@singbest.sg along with expected salary. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you for your understanding.

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