Elu Malai has extensive experience in research and development within the paint and coatings industry. Currently serving as a Research and Development Chemist at National Paints Factories Co. LTD since November 2022, Elu Malai previously held the position of Research and Development Executive at MRF Corp Ltd from December 2017 to October 2022, and earlier worked as a Research and Development Chemist at Sheenlac paints Ltd from January 2014 to November 2017.