polymer engineer

Anthro Energy

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 About the Role
 
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 Anthro Energy is developing advanced electrolytes to enable safer, higher-performance lithium-ion batteries. We are seeking a&nbsp;collaborative experimental scientist&nbsp;to&nbsp;execute and design&nbsp;hands-on experiments in electrolyte formulation and characterization.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
 In this role, you will&nbsp;contribute to innovation on new electrolyte concepts by working closely with research partners&nbsp;in materials and cell development teams&nbsp;to translate ideas into proof of concept.&nbsp;Your work will play a critical role in pushing the boundaries of electrolyte and battery performance.&nbsp;
 
 
 
 
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 Perform electrolyte formulation experiments in glove box and dry room environments, with careful attention to detail and safety.&nbsp;
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 Measure electrolyte and battery performance by constructing cells in different form factors.&nbsp;
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 Measure properties of cells and electrolytes using new&nbsp;characterization&nbsp;methods, and&nbsp;contribute to method development.&nbsp;
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 Formulate and&nbsp;characterize&nbsp;polymer materials.&nbsp;
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 Follow&nbsp;and develop&nbsp;SOPs&nbsp;to&nbsp;ensure experimental quality, reproducibility, and consistency across teams.&nbsp;
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 Take direction and feedback from internal customers and research partners to drive&nbsp;stakeholder alignment.&nbsp;
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 Generate high-quality, reproducible experimental data with clear documentation to support data-driven decision-making&nbsp;on research hypotheses and product development.&nbsp;
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 Analyze data and&nbsp;clearly document&nbsp;and communicate results to the team.&nbsp;&nbsp;
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 B.S.&nbsp;or M.S.&nbsp;in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related fields&nbsp;with 1-2 years of experience in industry (or an industrial internship in the battery field)&nbsp;
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 Hands-on experimental experience in wet&nbsp;organic&nbsp;chemical formulation, preferably&nbsp;with experience&nbsp;in&nbsp;glovebox chemistry,&nbsp;electrolyte development, polymer science, and/or battery or coin cell construction.&nbsp;
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 Familiarity with several of the following chemical and materials characterization tools: TGA, rheology, viscometry, compositional analysis, GPC, NMR, and mechanical testing.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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 Familiarity with experimental techniques relevant to battery development such as EIS, ACR, thermal testing, and battery cycling is preferred but not&nbsp;required.&nbsp;
 
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
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 15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, Sick time off&nbsp;
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 Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for team members, 60% coverage for dependents&nbsp;
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 401k with match&nbsp;
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 Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy&nbsp;
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 Diverse and inclusive work environment&nbsp;
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 Competitive salary and equity compensation&nbsp;commensurate&nbsp;with experience. Expected salary range is $88,000 to $110,000&nbsp;
 
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Associate Polymer Engineer

Hira industries

Job SummaryThe R&amp;D Engineer will be responsible for research, formulation development, testing, and process optimization of polymer and rubber compounds, specifically XLPE (Cross-Linked Polyethylene) and NBR (Nitrile Butadiene Rubber) materials. The role involves product innovation, cost optimization, and ensuring compliance with international quality standards.Key Responsibilities :Research &amp; Development<ul><li>Develop and modify formulations for XLPE and NBR compounds</li><li>Conduct lab trials and pilot production testing</li><li>Improve product performance (thermal resistance, mechanical strength, chemical resistance)</li><li>Develop new products based on market and customer requirements</li></ul>Process Optimization<ul><li>Optimize compounding and curing processes</li><li>Troubleshoot production issues related to material properties</li><li>Work closely with production team for scale-up from lab to plant</li></ul>Testing &amp; Quality Control<ul><li>Perform physical, mechanical, and chemical testing</li><li>(Tensile strength, elongation, hardness, aging, etc.)</li><li>Ensure compliance with ASTM, ISO, and other industry standards</li><li>Maintain detailed documentation of R&amp;D activities</li><li>Cost &amp; Material Analysis</li><li>Evaluate raw materials and alternative suppliers</li><li>Reduce formulation cost while maintaining performance</li><li>Support procurement with technical evaluation</li></ul>Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Coordinate with QA/QC, Production, Sales, and Procurement</li><li>Provide technical support to customers when required</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in:</li><li>Polymer Engineering</li><li>Chemical Engineering</li><li>Materials Science</li><li>3&ndash;7 years experience in rubber/polymer compounding (XLPE, NBR preferred)</li></ul>Technical Skills<ul><li>Rubber compounding and curing systems</li><li>Polymer testing equipment</li><li>Knowledge of ASTM / ISO standards</li><li>Data analysis and reporting</li><li>Problem-solving &amp; root cause analysis</li></ul>Preferred Skills<ul><li>Experience in cable compounds or insulation materials (for XLPE)</li><li>Knowledge of mixing equipment (Banbury, twin-screw extruder)</li><li>ERP documentation skills</li><li>Strong analytical thinking</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: AED1.00 - AED2.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Current salary? </li><li>Expected salary?</li><li>Notice period ?</li></ul>

R&D Engineer

YO IT Consulting

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 JOB TITLE : Scientist Reinforcement
 
 
 
 
 Experience : 4 to 7 years
 
 
 
 
 Location : Bharuch
 
 
 
 
 DEPARTMENT : R&amp;D
 
 
 
 
 Mandatory Requirement
 
 
 
 Stream: Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
 
 
 Currently MUST be working in Rubber Industries/Polymer industry.
 
 
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 Understanding of carbon black technology/advanced filler technology/rubber technology with in-depth knowledge of testing, characterization and analysis of rubber compounds, fillers and relevant additives.
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 Familiarity and visualization of recent trends in
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 technology, sustainability, and product stewardship of Rubber technology.
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 Ability to identify the scope of new carbon blacks and carbonaceous materials for business growth and brand building of the company.
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 Modifications of carbon black
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 Product knowledge in the field of tyre, non-tyre and special applications of rubber goods.
 
 
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 JOB Description
 
 
 
 
 Role Purpose
 
 
 
 To contribute to the development of novel carbon black, advanced fillers, and rubber compounds, while supporting sustainability initiatives, resolving process and customer issues, and ensuring high laboratory standards. The role focuses on research, innovation, product development, and technical problem-solving to enhance business growth and product performance.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Journey of Excellence / Product &amp; Technology Development
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 Develop novel carbon black grades and other advanced fillers for rubber applications.
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 Apply deep understanding of carbon black technology, rubber technology, testing methods, and material characterization.
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 Track emerging industry trends, sustainability initiatives, and product stewardship requirements.
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 Identify opportunities for new carbonaceous materials to support business growth and company branding.
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 Modify carbon black and develop rubber compounds for specific tyre, non-tyre, and specialty applications.
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 Conduct reverse engineering to improve the performance of rubber compounds.
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 Sustainability &amp; Regulatory Compliance
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 Understand sustainability and regulatory frameworks related to the rubber industry.
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 Support R&amp;D initiatives to ensure product and process compliance with sustainability guidelines.
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 Identify opportunities for product development or modification aligned with regulatory and sustainability requirements.
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 Troubleshooting &amp; Customer Support
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 Engage in resolving internal process issues and critical customer complaints.
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 Conduct root-cause analysis through literature review, data analysis, and hypothesis building.
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 Lead laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to determine effective solutions.
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 Collaborate with manufacturing teams to implement solutions at the plant level.
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 Laboratory Management
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 Manage laboratory systems, inventory of chemicals, and maintenance of R&amp;D equipment.
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 Ensure adherence to laboratory best practices, documentation, and operational safety standards.
 
 
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 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree: BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
 
 
 Post-Graduation (Mandatory): M.Tech. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
 
 
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 3 - 6 years of relevant industry experience in rubber, polymer, carbon black, or related fields.
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Scientist Reinforcement - Rubber/Polymer

YO IT CONSULTING

<div>JOB TITLE : Scientist Reinforcement 
Experience : 4 to 7 years 
Location : Bharuch 
DEPARTMENT : R&amp;D
Mandatory Requirement:
Stream: Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology 
MTech in Rubber Technology or MTech In Chemical 
Currently MUST be working in Rubber Industries/Polymer industry.
<ul><li>Understanding of carbon black technology/advanced filler technology/rubber technology with in-depth knowledge of testing, characterization and analysis of rubber compounds, fillers and relevant additives.</li><li>Familiarity and visualization of recent trends in
</li><li>technology, sustainability, and product stewardship of Rubber technology.</li><li>Ability to identify the scope of new carbon blacks and carbonaceous materials for business growth and brand building of the company.</li><li>Modifications of carbon black</li><li>Product knowledge in the field of tyre, non-tyre and special applications of rubber goods.</li></ul>
JOB Description :
Role Purpose
To contribute to the development of novel carbon black, advanced fillers, and rubber compounds, while supporting sustainability initiatives, resolving process and customer issues, and ensuring high laboratory standards. The role focuses on research, innovation, product development, and technical problem-solving to enhance business growth and product performance.
Key Responsibilities 
1. Journey of Excellence / Product &amp; Technology Development
<ul><li>Develop novel carbon black grades and other advanced fillers for rubber applications.</li>
<li>Apply deep understanding of carbon black technology, rubber technology, testing methods, and material characterization.</li>
<li>Track emerging industry trends, sustainability initiatives, and product stewardship requirements.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for new carbonaceous materials to support business growth and company branding.</li>
<li>Modify carbon black and develop rubber compounds for specific tyre, non-tyre, and specialty applications.</li>
<li>Conduct reverse engineering to improve the performance of rubber compounds.</li>
</ul>2. Sustainability &amp; Regulatory Compliance
<ul><li>Understand sustainability and regulatory frameworks related to the rubber industry.</li>
<li>Support R&amp;D initiatives to ensure product and process compliance with sustainability guidelines.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for product development or modification aligned with regulatory and sustainability requirements.</li>
</ul>3. Troubleshooting &amp; Customer Support
<ul><li>Engage in resolving internal process issues and critical customer complaints.</li>
<li>Conduct root-cause analysis through literature review, data analysis, and hypothesis building.</li>
<li>Lead laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to determine effective solutions.</li>
<li>Collaborate with manufacturing teams to implement solutions at the plant level.</li>
</ul>4. Laboratory Management
<ul><li>Manage laboratory systems, inventory of chemicals, and maintenance of R&amp;D equipment.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to laboratory best practices, documentation, and operational safety standards.</li>
</ul>Organizational Structure
Reporting to: Principal Scientist &ndash; Reinforcement 
Direct Reports: None
Work Relationships 
Internal
Process Technology
Manufacturing
Marketing
Quality
Other relevant departments 
Purpose: Support collaborative efforts to meet R&amp;D and business objectives. 
Customers
External Laboratories 
Purpose: Technical support, issue resolution, and collaborative testing as needed.
Minimum Qualifications 
Education
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree: BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
Post-Graduation (Mandatory): M.Tech. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
Experience
3 &ndash; 6 years of relevant industry experience in rubber, polymer, carbon black, or related fields.</div>

Polymer Scientist - Carbon Black/Rubber

<div>Scientist Reinforcement 
Experience: 4 to 7 years 
DEPARTMENT: R&amp;D
Mandatory Requirement:
Stream: Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology 
Currently MUST be working in Rubber Industries/Polymer industry.
<ul><li>Understanding of carbon black technology/advanced filler technology/rubber technology with in-depth knowledge of testing, characterization and analysis of rubber compounds, fillers and relevant additives.</li><li>Familiarity and visualization of recent trends in
</li><li>technology, sustainability, and product stewardship of Rubber technology.</li><li>Ability to identify the scope of new carbon blacks and carbonaceous materials for business growth and brand building of the company.</li><li>Modifications of carbon black</li><li>Product knowledge in the field of tyre, non-tyre and special applications of rubber goods.</li></ul>
JOB Description :
Role Purpose
To contribute to the development of novel carbon black, advanced fillers, and rubber compounds, while supporting sustainability initiatives, resolving process and customer issues, and ensuring high laboratory standards. The role focuses on research, innovation, product development, and technical problem-solving to enhance business growth and product performance.
Key Responsibilities 
1. Journey of Excellence / Product &amp; Technology Development
<ul><li>Develop novel carbon black grades and other advanced fillers for rubber applications.</li>
<li>Apply deep understanding of carbon black technology, rubber technology, testing methods, and material characterization.</li>
<li>Track emerging industry trends, sustainability initiatives, and product stewardship requirements.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for new carbonaceous materials to support business growth and company branding.</li>
<li>Modify carbon black and develop rubber compounds for specific tyre, non-tyre, and specialty applications.</li>
<li>Conduct reverse engineering to improve the performance of rubber compounds.</li>
</ul>2. Sustainability &amp; Regulatory Compliance
<ul><li>Understand sustainability and regulatory frameworks related to the rubber industry.</li>
<li>Support R&amp;D initiatives to ensure product and process compliance with sustainability guidelines.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for product development or modification aligned with regulatory and sustainability requirements.</li>
</ul>3. Troubleshooting &amp; Customer Support
<ul><li>Engage in resolving internal process issues and critical customer complaints.</li>
<li>Conduct root-cause analysis through literature review, data analysis, and hypothesis building.</li>
<li>Lead laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to determine effective solutions.</li>
<li>Collaborate with manufacturing teams to implement solutions at the plant level.</li>
</ul>4. Laboratory Management
<ul><li>Manage laboratory systems, inventory of chemicals, and maintenance of R&amp;D equipment.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to laboratory best practices, documentation, and operational safety standards.</li>
</ul>Minimum Qualifications 
Education
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree: BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
Post-Graduation (Mandatory): M.Tech. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
Experience
3 &ndash; 6 years of relevant industry experience in rubber, polymer, carbon black, or related fields.</div>

<div>JOB TITLE : Scientist Reinforcement 
Experience : 4 to 7 years 
Location : Bharuch 
DEPARTMENT : R&amp;D 
Mandatory Requirement:
Stream: Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology 
MTech in Rubber Technology or MTech In Chemical 
Currently MUST be working in Rubber Industries/Polymer industry.
<ul><li>Understanding of carbon black technology/advanced filler technology/rubber technology with in-depth knowledge of testing, characterization and analysis of rubber compounds, fillers and relevant additives.</li><li>Familiarity and visualization of recent trends in
</li><li>technology, sustainability, and product stewardship of Rubber technology.</li><li>Ability to identify the scope of new carbon blacks and carbonaceous materials for business growth and brand building of the company.</li><li>Modifications of carbon black</li><li>Product knowledge in the field of tyre, non-tyre and special applications of rubber goods.</li></ul>
JOB Description :
Role Purpose
To contribute to the development of novel carbon black, advanced fillers, and rubber compounds, while supporting sustainability initiatives, resolving process and customer issues, and ensuring high laboratory standards. The role focuses on research, innovation, product development, and technical problem-solving to enhance business growth and product performance.
Key Responsibilities 
1. Journey of Excellence / Product &amp; Technology Development
<ul><li>Develop novel carbon black grades and other advanced fillers for rubber applications.</li>
<li>Apply deep understanding of carbon black technology, rubber technology, testing methods, and material characterization.</li>
<li>Track emerging industry trends, sustainability initiatives, and product stewardship requirements.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for new carbonaceous materials to support business growth and company branding.</li>
<li>Modify carbon black and develop rubber compounds for specific tyre, non-tyre, and specialty applications.</li>
<li>Conduct reverse engineering to improve the performance of rubber compounds.</li>
</ul>2. Sustainability &amp; Regulatory Compliance
<ul><li>Understand sustainability and regulatory frameworks related to the rubber industry.</li>
<li>Support R&amp;D initiatives to ensure product and process compliance with sustainability guidelines.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for product development or modification aligned with regulatory and sustainability requirements.</li>
</ul>3. Troubleshooting &amp; Customer Support
<ul><li>Engage in resolving internal process issues and critical customer complaints.</li>
<li>Conduct root-cause analysis through literature review, data analysis, and hypothesis building.</li>
<li>Lead laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to determine effective solutions.</li>
<li>Collaborate with manufacturing teams to implement solutions at the plant level.</li>
</ul>4. Laboratory Management
<ul><li>Manage laboratory systems, inventory of chemicals, and maintenance of R&amp;D equipment.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to laboratory best practices, documentation, and operational safety standards.</li>
</ul>Organizational Structure
Reporting to: Principal Scientist &ndash; Reinforcement 
Direct Reports: None
Work Relationships 
Internal
Process Technology
Manufacturing
Marketing
Quality
Other relevant departments 
Purpose: Support collaborative efforts to meet R&amp;D and business objectives. 
Customers
External Laboratories 
Purpose: Technical support, issue resolution, and collaborative testing as needed.
Minimum Qualifications 
Education
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree: BE/B.Tech/M.Sc. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
Post-Graduation (Mandatory): M.Tech. in Rubber/Polymer Science &amp; Technology
Experience
3 &ndash; 6 years of relevant industry experience in rubber, polymer, carbon black, or related fields.</div>

LG Chem

<div>LG Chem's Engineered Plastics portfolio contains products such as Polycarbonate, PBT, Polyamide and mPPO and TPEE. All Engineered Plastics are highly processable and can be manufactured in various colors. They are used in numerous areas such as automobiles, home appliances, IT devices, etc. Products that may resonate in everyday life include Automotive interiors (console, arm rest, dashboard items, door trim, switches), exteriors (front and rear lamp housing, spoiler, side mirror housing, bumpers, radiator grill) and engine compartment (engine cover, air intake manifold, cylinder head cover, etc) notebook or smartphone, interior compartments etc.
We are actively searching for a technical service/application development engineer to join our team based in Troy, MI. This is an individual contributor role and the incoming will work with a sales team to develop new customers for our Engineering Plastics. 
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing 
Essential Functions (include but are not limited to): 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>
Visit customer and introduce product to customers</li><li>
Solution Partner Activity &ndash; consult with customers to provide solutions to issues or support product development</li><li>
Develop product specifications &ndash; develop expertise with new materials and analyze market information to determine feasibility to develop tailored specifications for customers.</li><li>
Investigate needs and provide actionable solutions for customers</li><li>
Provide technical support by creating process guides and applying plastic and extrusion expertise to resolve customer issues</li><li>
Develop and recommend innovative projects using insights from market research and material studies.</li><li>
Provide technical reports and written materials to support product introduction and data evaluation</li><li>
Conduct in-person or virtual seminars to train and support customers</li><li>
Provide products recommendations based on customer needs</li><li>
Plan product testing with internal or external test laboratories</li></ul> 
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: What We&rsquo;re Looking For 
Education/Qualifications:
Bachelor or advanced degrees in relevant polymer fields such as Chemical engineering, polymer engineering, chemicals, etc. highly preferred 
Requirements:<ul><li>
5+years of experience in material development and market development at a plastic (Engineering thermoplastics resins) manufacturer (polymerization or compounding). Ideal candidates will have experience of technical service at plastic compounder) and/or experience of plastic analysis.</li><li>
5+years experience of material development or approval as engineer or technical manager at OEM or Tier 1 of automotive, home appliances or consumer products.</li><li>
5+years of experience in injection or processing of thermoplastics. Experience may include plastic post processing (paint, metal plating etc.)</li><li>
This is an individual contributor role carrying out customer development activities while being a member of a larger team.</li><li>
Strong communication and coordination skills.</li><li>
Bilingual Spanish and English is desirable but not required.</li></ul> 
Ideal Candidate<ul><li>
Proactive and self-driven, with a strong sense of ownership.</li><li>
A clear and structured communicator who can build trust with stakeholders.</li><li>
Highly organized, with the ability to synthesize and simplify complex information.</li><li>
Solution-oriented and capable of driving improvements independently.</li><li>
Skilled in use of PCs and related software (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)</li><li>
Knowledge of SAP (ERP) system is preferred.</li></ul> 
Personal competences &amp; knowledge:<ul><li>
Confident and reliable interaction with all levels of the organization, customers and suppliers</li><li>
Proactive, committed, and skilled in effective communication</li><li>
Enhanced team performance through coaching, mentoring, and sharing expertise.</li><li>
Curious spirit and ability to work independently under high pressure</li><li>
Comfortable working in a fast-paced matrixed environment</li><li>
Self-starter with excellent organizational and time management skills</li><li>
Strategic management competency: pro-actively identify problems, targets, relevant issues.</li><li>
Skilled in data evaluation, strategic planning, forecasting, and process development</li><li>
Strong knowledge of procedures and methodologies with ability to analyze, select appropriate approaches, and forecast risk and profit.</li><li>
Interpret data trends to guide business decisions, identify requirements, and manage technical project delivery</li><li>
Lead implementation of new projects and develop innovative solutions using existing technologies.</li><li>
Ability to produce clear, thorough documentation with exceptional attention to detail</li><li>
Strong team player with high social and cross-cultural competence</li><li>
Quick learner with exceptional flexibility</li><li>
Skilled at encouraging teamwork and a collaborative approach</li><li>
Agile thinker with a positive attitude toward change and commitment to growth</li><li>
Willingness to travel up to 50%</li></ul></div>

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