Sr. Product Development Engineer (m/w/d)

Westlake Vinnolit; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading polymer company in Köln seeks a Technical Expert for product development and support. The role requires a B.S. degree in Polymer Science/Engineering and 2 years of relevant experience. Ideal candidates will be strong problem solvers and possess excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include leading product teams, conducting technical training, and developing product specifications.

Qualifikationen

• 2 years in Polymer Applications, Product Development, or Technical Service preferred.
• Knowledge of Quality Control principles is a plus.
• Familiarity with Polymer Processing and structure-property relationships is beneficial.

Aufgaben

• Develop and evaluate products for the PE Business objectives.
• Support Operations and Marketing with data and product specifications.
• Prepare and conduct technical training for employees and customers.

Kenntnisse

Problem solving innovation

Understanding of polymers

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical information conveyance

Ausbildung

B.S. degree in Polymer Science/Engineering or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Duties and Responsibilities

May Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Become established as a technical expert in assigned technology areas, using your skills for product development to support the PE Business objectives.
  • Perform experiments to develop products and/or new technologies useful for the PE Business;
  • Conduct internal evaluations of commercial and experimental products;
• Provide support to Operations, Technology, Marketing, and other Westlake divisions as needed, including:
  • Lead cross functional product teams to solve product issues via manufacturing or technology solutions.
  • Generate data for use in product launch and Marketing brochures.
  • Establish finished Westlake PE product specifications.
  • Assist laboratory functions as needed.
  • Assist in the investigation, resolution, and documentation of quality complaints, to ultimate conclusions, in an equitable manner beneficial to company and customer.
  • Prepare and issue detailed test run plans for both pilot and Manufacturing project trials, ensuring all aspects of operational, safety, and environmental areas are properly addressed.
  • Prepare and issue detailed reports periodically to keep management abreast of project status.
  • Prepare and conduct Technical training for Westlake employees and customers.
  • Assist Management with special projects, as assigned.
  • Where needed, participate and represent Westlake’s interest in industry trade and technical associations such as SPI, SPE, ASTM, TAPPI and NFPA.
  • Where needed, consult with outside vendors and customers regarding process equipment, industry practice and analytical procedures.
  • Other duties as defined / assigned by Management.

Education, Experience And Qualifications

• Ideal candidate would be a problem solving innovator with an understanding of polymers from a chemistry and processing stand point.
• B.S. degree in Polymer Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Other degrees may be considered if candidate also has directly relevant experience.
• 2 years in Polymer Applications, Product Development, Manufacturing Compounds, or Technical Service, with knowledge of Quality Control principles is preferred.
• General polymer extrusion coating knowledge or familiarity with Polymer Processing and understanding of Process-Structure-Property relationships would be a huge plus.
• Having knowledge of Polymer Characterization and Testing would be preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to interact at all levels within the organization.
• Strong computer skills, with ability to effectively convey detailed technical information in a form that’s easily understood by people with a limited technical background.