The Plastic FlamingoMaterial Development Engineer
Mar. 2021 - May. 2022Muntinlupa City, National Capital Region, Philippines• Managed 15+ product development and R&D projects focused on converting recycled plastics into construction-grade materials such as lumbers and boards.
• Pioneered industry-standard eco-lumber formulations from recycled plastics, conducting mechanical, dimensional stability, and flame retardancy tests to upgrade products to semi-structural and structural grades with enhanced features including expanded color options and improved durability.
• Developed and implemented a standard life-cycle analysis (LCA) process for all new products, integrating market research, technical testing, cost impact assessment, and environmental impact evaluation into R&D workflows.
• Served as technical consultant to stakeholders and investors, translating product specifications and sustainability benefits into compelling technical and business presentations.
• Established intellectual property protection for proprietary eco-lumber formulations.
• Trained production teams in extrusion, compression molding, and pelletization processes for manufacturing recycled plastic products.
• Oversaw procurement and logistics for imported raw materials, equipment, and tooling to support product line expansion.