Chemical Engineer – ATO Flame Retardant Additives for Plastics

actcon GmbH; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global innovator in functional materials is seeking a Chemical Engineer specializing in ATO Flame Retardant Additives for Plastics in the Cologne Bonn Region. The role involves the development and optimization of formulations, laboratory testing, and compliance monitoring. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, 8+ years of experience in this field, and strong analytical skills. Fluent English is mandatory, and knowledge of German or Russian is an advantage.

Qualifikationen

• Completed Master's degree in chemical engineering or materials science.
• 8+ years of professional experience in development of flame retardants or plastics.
• Practical experience with analytical methods such as TGA, DSC and FTIR.
• Knowledge of plastics processing methods like extrusion and injection moulding.

Aufgaben

• Develop and optimize ATO-based flame retardant formulations.
• Conduct laboratory tests on ignition behavior and heat release.
• Monitor compliance with international flame retardancy standards.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and sales departments.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Structured way of working

Teamwork

Communication skills

Quality and safety awareness

Fluent English

Ausbildung

Master's degree in chemical engineering or materials science

Tools

TGA

DSC

FTIR

MS Office

Analysis software

Jobbeschreibung

Our client is a leading global innovator and manufacturer of advanced functional materials with around 2000 employees. At the Cologne location we are currently looking for a

Chemical Engineer – ATO Flame Retardant Additives for Plastics

As a chemical engineer (m / f / d) specialising in flame retardants for plastics, you will play a central role in the development, optimisation and application of antimony trioxide (ATO) as a flame retardant additive. Your focus will be on improving the performance of ATO-based formulations, complying with applicable safety standards and actively shaping innovative technologies in the field of flame retardancy.

• Development and optimisation of ATO-based flame retardant formulations for thermoplastics such as ABS and PP
• Analysing synergistic effects through combination with other flame retardants (e.g. DBDPE)
• Conducting laboratory-based tests to evaluate ignition behaviour, burning rate, heat release and smoke development
• Development of efficient processes for the integration of ATO additives in plastics processing
• Optimisation of processing parameters to ensure consistent product quality
• Technology transfer from laboratory scale to industrial series production
• Establishing quality control processes and ensuring compliance with international standards
• Monitoring legal requirements in the area of flame retardancy and their implementation in the company
• Collaboration with internal departments such as R&D, production and sales
• Technical support for customers in the use of ATO-containing products
• Participation in specialist events to monitor the market and exchange ideas with industry experts

Your profile :

• Completed Master's degree in chemical engineering, materials science or a comparable specialisation
• At least 8 years of professional experience in the development of flame retardants or plastics technology
• Practical experience with analytical methods (TGA, DSC, FTIR)
• Knowledge of plastics processing (extrusion, injection moulding)
• Familiar with safety and environmental regulations for chemical additives
• Analytical thinking and structured way of working
• High quality and safety awareness
• Ability to work in a team and strong communication skills
• Confident in using MS Office and analysis software
• Languages : English fluent (mandatory), German and Russian an advantage

Chemical Engineer • Cologne Bonn Region, Germany