Polymer Technician (f/m/d)

aevoloop GmbH; Leipzig; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hansefit membership

Fresh fruit

Regular workshops

Team events

Job summary

A fast-scaling deep-tech startup is seeking a Polymer Technician (f/m/d) to optimize polyester-based polymer synthesis. You will plan and run polycondensation reactions, collaborate on trials, and ensure safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has a background in chemistry and hands-on experience with polycondensation. Join us to drive innovation in the circular economy.

Qualifications

• Completed chemical technical apprenticeship, B.Sc. or B.Eng. in chemical fields.
• Solid foundation in organic polymer chemistry.
• Hands-on experience with polycondensation processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute polycondensation reactions for polymer synthesis.
• Clean and maintain polycondensation reactors and auxiliary equipment.
• Record and analyze polymerization data for optimization.

Skills

Knowledge of organic polymer chemistry

Hands-on experience with polycondensation

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Completed chemical technical apprenticeship or B.Sc./B.Eng. in chemistry

Tools

Familiarity with high-temperature/high-pressure reactors

Vacuum systems

Job description

Polymer Technician (f/m/d) – aevoloop GmbH

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Plan, run and optimise kilogram‑scale polycondensation reactions to scale up our novel, sustainable polyester‑based polymers.

Execute batch and continuous polycondensation processes to synthesise aevoloop’s proprietary polyester‑based polymers on a 1–100kg batch scale to 1‑10 kg/h continuous scale.

Collaborate with CDMOs for external polymerisation trials and translate learnings into our in‑house processes.

Set up, clean and change over of polycondensation reactors and auxiliary equipment (strand granulation, thermostats and vacuum pumps) as well as preventive maintenance.

Record, structure and analyse polymerisation data and derive actionable optimisation proposals.

Ensure all safety, quality, and environmental standards are met at all times (including ATEX and GLP/GMP where applicable).

Your Profile

• Completed chemical technical apprenticeship (Chemical Technical Assistant, Chemical Technician) or B.Sc. or B.Eng. in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer engineering or a related field. Additional training in process or plastics engineering would be advantageous.
• Solid foundation in organic polymer chemistry and hands‑on experience with polycondensation.
• Familiarity with high‑temperature/high‑pressure reactors, vacuum systems, and the related safety regulations.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and a passion for experimental process optimisation.
• You bring a hands‑on mindset, structure your work efficiently, and collaborate seamlessly across disciplines – even under the dynamics of a fast‑paced start‑up environment.

Why us?

• Pioneers in Next‑Gen‑Plastics – help redesign plastics for a truly circular economy.
• Mission & Values – curiosity, transparency and responsibility guide us daily.
• Startup Mentality – flat hierarchies, agile work and regular workshops.
• Fast Growth – steep learning curves, regular growth talks and plenty of room to scale your role with the company.
• Well‑being Perks – Hansefit membership and fresh fruit boost your overall health and well‑being.
• Team Spirit – interdisciplinary crew that challenges norms, enjoys regular team events and drives real innovation.
• Leipzig Hub – thrive in an emerging tech hotspot.
• Code of Conduct – integrity, fairness and inclusivity are non‑negotiable.

Contact

If you have any questions about working at aevoloop or our vacancies, contact us by mail at [e-mail].

Über uns

We are aevoloop: A fast‑scaling deep‑tech startup pioneering Next‑Gen‑Plastics. Contrary to common belief, plastics remain indispensable where no alternative exists, from critical medical devices to protective gear. That’s why we re‑engineer polymers from the ground up, merging the advantages of classic plastics – high‑performance and versatile – with a new era of sustainability: turning plastic waste into new materials that are fully circular and biodegradable.

Our mission is clear: Plastics are vital for a liveable future, so we develop next‑generation materials that enable a truly circular economy. As we achieve new milestones and drive innovation, we continuously expand our team and expertise – giving you the chance to grow your career alongside our impact.

Our work is guided by five values: Pioneering, Conscientious, Disruptive, Transparent and Contributive. These drive us to unite the rigour of responsible research with playful innovation and to act as a trusted catalyst for sustainable material solutions.

You want to find out more?

• Get our latest news on LinkedIn or our News Blog
• YouTube – Deutscher Studienpreis 2022: Kunststoff‑Recycling ohne Rückstände (Manuel Häußler), (German)
• YouTube – Recording: Forscher fragen: Die Plastikwende (2024) mit Manuel Häußler (German)
• Podcast – Interview with our Founder & CSO Manuel Häußler on the SPRIN‑D Podcast (German)

Be part of our journey to close the loop on plastics and drive the circular economy forward!