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Technical Research & Product Innovation Engineer

NowPurchase Hiring Team10 open roles

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Technical Research & Product Innovation Engineer

About NowPurchase

Building the future of Metal Manufacturing!

NowPurchase is transforming the $140B metal manufacturing industry the backbone of infrastructure, transportation, and industrial growth. We are building Indias most trusted digital procurement platform for metal manufacturers while creating an operating system that makes procurement smarter, faster, and autonomous.

We are a growing team of 150+ professionals with a strong PAN India presence, supported by 2 registered offices, 7 warehouses, and 2 Processing unit centers, enabling seamless nationwide operations.

Having worked with 250+ foundries across India, we’re now scaling aggressively—across regions, products, and value-added solutions. Our momentum has been recognized globally and nationally, including:

  • Financial Times High-Growth Companies Asia-Pacific (2024 & 2025)
  • India’s first-ever ESOP buyback by a B2B commerce startup (2024)
  • Innovative Startup of the Year – Eastern Leadership Awards 2025
  • Dun & Bradstreet Startup50 Award
  • Deloitte Technology Fast 50, India (2025)

Function: Technical Research

Location: Kolkata

Experience: 4 to 6 years

Designation: Assistant Manager/ Deputy Manager

Role Description

  • Research emerging raw materials, technologies, and manufacturing practices used in foundries globally.
  • Read and analyze research papers, patents, conference proceedings, technical journals, and industry publications to identify new product opportunities.
  • Collaborate with IITs, IISc, NITs, international universities, research laboratories, and industry organizations on technical projects and product development.
  • Work with global suppliers and manufacturers to develop and customize new products for the Indian market.
  • Support laboratory evaluations, industrial trials, product validation, and technical troubleshooting.
  • Prepare technical reports, literature reviews, product specifications, trial protocols, and technical documentation.
  • Track global technology trends and recommend new product categories for commercialization.
  • Coordinate with internal Category Development, Procurement, Sales, and Operations teams during product development and launch.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in metallurgical engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 4 to 6 years of experience in Research & Development, Product Development, Materials Research, Foundry, Steel, Ferro Alloys, Refractories, or related industries.

Preferred Skills

  • Strong understanding of metallurgy and materials science.
  • Ability to understand and interpret scientific literature and patents.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong curiosity and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to interact with professors, researchers, laboratories, suppliers, and customers.
  • Familiarity with characterization techniques such as XRF, XRD, SEM, ICP-OES, Optical Microscopy, Carbon/Sulfur Analysis, and Thermal Analysis will be an added advantage, but not necessary.

What We're Looking For:

We are looking for someone who enjoys solving difficult engineering problems, is passionate about research, and wants to build products that do not yet exist. The ideal candidate should be equally comfortable reading scientific literature, engaging with research institutions, collaborating with global suppliers, and translating technical innovation into commercially viable products for the foundry industry.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of research, metallurgy, manufacturing, and business, helping NowPurchase build proprietary products and new raw material categories for the future.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Compensation: As per industry standards & pedigree of candidate.
  • Medical Insurance: Benefits of group insurance of 3 lakhs for family including parents, spouse, children.
  • Accidental Insurance: Benefits of 5 lakhs of medical insurance for self, covering 24*7
  • Generous leave structure including Maternity & paternity leaves.

Hiring Process:

  • Screening of applicants and telephonic discussion with HR.
  • Face-to-Face / Video discussion with Hiring Managers.
  • Mettl Assessments.
  • Final round interview with Director.
  • Email communication on final feedback.
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