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Cittadella (Padova, Italy + Anderson, USA)

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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