San Vito al Tagliamento (Pordenone, Italy)
Junior R&D Developer
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.
Main Activities:
- Modification of existing product;
- Optimization of products and process;
- New product specifications definition;
- Specialist laboratory analysis.
Requirements of the position:
- Master's degree in Chemical;
- 0-3 years of experience;
- No experience or few years of experience;
- Good English language skills, both writing and speaking;
- Good knowledge of Office, especially Excel;
- Good knowledge of polymers and polymers processing particularly considering PP and it composites;
- Knowledge of the most common instruments used for polymers characterization: analytical tests (IR, DSC, DMA, …) and mechanical tests (preferable);
- Basics of polymer molding: injection molding, extrusion, blow molding (preferable);
- Knowledge of most common ISO norms related to polymer characterization (preferable).
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 motivating work environment where you can grow professionally in an international context;
- A technical training path with on-the-job and mentorship training plans.