AIRBUS: Thermoplastic R&T engineer (d/f/m)

CENIS Consulting-Engineering-Service GmbH; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CENIS Consulting-Engineering-Service GmbH in Hamburg seeks a Thermoplastic R&T Engineer (d/f/m) to join a transnational team focusing on research and technology development for advanced thermoplastic materials and aerospace applications.

You will design, execute, and analyze experimental campaigns, collaborate with design, stress and manufacturing teams, and contribute to IP through disclosures while traveling within Europe to partners and sites in Bremen and Stade.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, composite materials, or a related technical field.
• Professional experience in R&D, manufacturing engineering, and materials testing.
• Experience with thermoplastic materials is required.
• Fluent in English and German.
• Experience with AFP, welding, or stamp forming is desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Willing to travel about every two weeks within Europe (Bremen and Stade focus).

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&T activities related to thermoplastic materials, processing techniques, and aerospace applications.
• Design, execute, and analyze experimental campaigns to characterize materials and assess structural performance.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on R&T projects.
• Stay abreast of advances in thermoplastic processing and identify innovation opportunities.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations detailing findings and recommendations.
• Support the transition of developed technologies from research to industrial application.
• Contribute to IP development through patent applications and disclosures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

German & English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

You will work as Thermoplastic R&T (Research and Technology) Engineer (d/f/m) and will join a transnational team. This role focuses on research and technology development for advanced thermoplastic materials and processes, contributing to future aerospace applications.

Your Tasks will include:

• Conduct research and development activities related to thermoplastic materials, processingtechniques (e.g., automated fiber placement, welding, stamp forming), and structural applicationsfor aerospace
• Design, execute, and analyze experimental campaigns to characterize thermoplastic materialproperties, evaluate manufacturing processes, and assess structural performance
• Collaborate with internal teams (design, stress, manufacturing) and external partners (universities,suppliers) on R&T projects
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in thermoplastic materials and processing technologies,identifying opportunities for innovation
• Prepare technical reports and presentations detailing R&T findings and recommendations
• Support the transition of developed technologies from research to industrial application
• Contribute to intellectual property development through patent applications and technicaldisclosures

Your Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, composite materials, or a related technical field
• Professional experience in research and development, manufacturing engineering, and materials testing
• Previous experience working with thermoplastic materials is required
• Businessfluency in English and German
• Experience with advanced manufacturing techniques such as automated fiber placement (AFP), welding (e.g., induction, resistance), or stamp forming of thermoplastics is highly desirable
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in amultidisciplinary team environment
• Willingness to travel (approximately every two weeks; within Europe, mainly Bremen and Stade)

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