Junior R&D Developer – Expatriate Program
The Junior R&D Developer reports hierarchically to the Development Manager. Supports research projects focused on Polypropylene and/or Technopolymers compounding by working in team with R&D department. Deals with product industrialization, following material transition from pilot lines to production plant. Makes detailed observations, performs special laboratory analysis and interprets results. Prepares technical reports and quantitative & qualitative analysis related to the project.
The resource will be involved in a training program for about 8 months in Italy. At the end of the training period, the resource will go to work in our plant in Sirmax North America, Anderson - USA.
Main Responsabilities:
- Develop new formulations that meet customer requirements;
- Modify and refine existing formulation;
- Meet color requirements;
- Perform pilot – level compounding trials of new raw materials;
- Testing and analysis;
- Interface with stakeholders: lab, product manager, sales.
Requirements of the position:
- Master's degree in chemistry, materials science, chemical and materials engineering or similar studies;
- Good English language skills, both writing and speaking;
- Excellent use of Microsoft 365, especially Excel;
- Knowledge of plastics materials (preferred);
- Availability to relocate in the US for at least 3 years;
- Availability for transfers before the relocation.
Characteristics of the candidate:
- Teamworking;
- Curiosity and precision;
- Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines while accomplishing team objectives;
- Problem solving.
What Sirmax offers:
- A technical training path with on-the-job and mentorship training plans;
- A motivating work environment where you can grow professionally in an international context;
- A professional career opportunity abroad.
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