Job description:
Within the R&D Raw Materials – Compounding Department as compound development Engineer He/she will Develop new materials to meet specified performance and safety requirements
Conduct experiments and tests to evaluate the properties and performance of new materials
Collaborate with product design teams to integrate new materials into product development
Analyze data and generate reports documenting findings and recommendations
Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
Optimize material compositions for cost-efficiency and sustainability
Troubleshoot material-related issues during the manufacturing process
Stay updated on advancements in material science and technology
Coordinate with suppliers to source raw materials
Develop and maintain technical documentation and material specifications
Responsibilities:
Compound development : New process, new materials and new tire construction feasibility study in manufacturing plants (AGRI)
Definition of process requirements or process upgrades in mixing and material preparation
Cooperation with engineering function in definition of machinery specification and machine and process qualification
Cooperate in new Compounds formulae definition for optimization of performance and processability / productivity balance
Release of new processes and new materials technologies in mass production
Quality optimization (variability reduction) and troubleshooting in mixing area
Qualifications & Experience Required
Education, Master, other certification:
Master degree in Industrial Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Engineering, Chemistry
Experience:
Previous experience in rubber field is nice to have ( TBC )
Technical Skills:
Relevant knowledge of macromolecular chemistry
Relevant knowledge of rheology
Relevant knowledge of rubber materials
Basic knowledge of rubber processing
Basic knowledge of tire performance
Very good MS Office package knowledge
Key Requirements:
* Fluent in English language
* Strong Communication skills
* Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment
* Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously