Application Development Lead - Wire & Cable (m/f/d) Chemical Industry

LyondellBasell; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Attractive remuneration with thirteenth monthly salary

Global bonus program

Company Car

30 days vacation

Further training opportunities through LYB University

Company pension scheme

Zusammenfassung

LyondellBasell is seeking an Application Development Lead in Frankfurt to spearhead application development and provide essential technical direction. The role demands a seasoned professional with at least 15 years of experience in the polymer industry, specifically in polypropylene and polyethylene applications.

The successful candidate will manage cross-functional collaboration and projects, ensuring alignment with market trends while promoting safety and continuous improvement. The position includes an attractive compensation package with benefits such as a company car and global bonus program.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the polymer or polyolefin industry.
• Experience with polypropylene, polyethylene, and construction applications preferred.
• 30% travel mostly within the EU required.

Aufgaben

• Lead application development activities and provide technical direction.
• Develop innovative solutions leveraging market requirements and technology.
• Manage projects with a focus on financial analysis.

Kenntnisse

Expertise in Polymer Engineering

Project Management

Technical Direction

Fluent English

Knowledge of Polymeric Applications

Ausbildung

University degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Engineering or Chemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Application Development Lead – Wire & Cable (m/f/d) Chemical Industry

Location: Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

Day In The Life

• Lead application development activities and provide technical direction for current and future industry applications
• Act as a recognized technical expert, supporting R&D, Industry Marketing, Sales, and other key stakeholders
• Drive application and product development projects in collaboration with strategic customers and cross‑functional teams
• Leverage deep expertise in market requirements, materials, processing technologies, and application equipment to develop innovative solutions
• Coordinate cross‑functional collaboration to ensure efficient execution of development initiatives and business objectives
• Translate the company's long‑term strategy into actionable goals, development priorities, and resource plans
• Identify market trends, customer needs, and emerging opportunities to create value‑added solutions and business growth
• Develop and implement tools, systems, and processes that enhance technical service, application development, and project management effectiveness
• Manage projects using sound financial analysis and project management practices to achieve successful outcomes
• Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and change by ensuring

You Bring This Value

• University technical degree preference in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Engineering or Chemistry or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the polymer or polyolefin industry, ideally in polypropylene, polyethylene, infrastructure or building & construction applications
• A general knowledge of High and Low Density polyethylene, Polypropylene and Catalloy resin technologies with a business/market focus is desired
• Exposure to Polymers business preferred
• Fluent English is required. Additional European language skills are an advantage
• This position will require approximately 30% travel mostly within the EU region

What We Offer

• Attractive remuneration with thirteenth monthly salary
• Global bonus program
• Company Car
• Various work schedules and mobile working
• 30 days vacation and other time off options
• Wide range of further training opportunities through the LYB University
• Additional long‑term care insurance (CareFlex)
• Company pension scheme
• Urban Sports Club membership
• Company medical department including physiotherapy practice on site
• Canteen on site
• Employee discounts

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age and other protected characteristics. People with disabilities are expressly encouraged to apply and are warmly welcomed. If you need support during the application process, we are happy to assist you.