Chemical Engineer Photopolymerization Specialist

IOT Lenses; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 42.000 - 63.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

23 vacation days + 14 public holidays

2 extra weeks during Easter and Xmas

Birth bonus of €5,000

2 free pairs of lenses per year

Flexible compensation: transport, care

Descripción de la vacante

IOT is seeking a Chemist or Chemical Engineer to advance global product strategy in radical photopolymerization for lens manufacturing via Threshold Volumetric Printing. The role expects high proficiency in polymer chemistry and photoinitiator systems, with hands-on work across photopolymer formulations.

The candidate will collaborate with international teams, design experiments, and analyze data to improve material performance.

Formación

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science, OR equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in radical photopolymerization, either through professional projects, or academic research (Master’s thesis or Ph.D. dissertation).
• Strong understanding of polymer chemistry and photoinitiator systems.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with international teams to design, formulate, and optimize photopolymerizable systems for volumetric printing lens manufacturing applications.
• Conduct experimental work on radical photopolymerization processes, ensuring reproducibility and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate photopolymerization into a volumetric printing lens manufacturing workflow.
• Analyze and interpret data to improve material performance and processing efficiency.

Conocimientos

Radical photopolymerization

3D printing

Volumetric printing

Rheology

Curing kinetics

Polymer characterization

Laboratory techniques

Safety protocols

Problem solving

Communication

Educación

Master’s degree in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Polymer Science

Ph.D. in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Polymer Science

Equivalent professional experience

Herramientas

Acrylates

Urethanes

Descripción del empleo

At IOT, we continue to grow, we’re excited to announce a new professional opportunity within the company: Chemical Engineer , a key role to execute the global product strategy for one or more of IOT’s business lines.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Chemist or Chemical Engineer with expertise in radical photopolymerization to join our innovative team in a breakthrough project on lens manufacturing by Threshold Volumetric Printing.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with international teams to design, formulate, and optimize photopolymerizable systems for volumetric printing lens manufacturing applications.
• Conduct experimental work on radical photopolymerization processes, ensuring reproducibility and scalability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate photopolymerization into a volumetric printing lens manufacturing workflow.
• Analyze and interpret data to improve material performance and processing efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science, OR equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience in radical photopolymerization, either through:
  • Professional projects, or
  • Academic research (Master’s thesis or Ph.D. dissertation).
• Strong understanding of polymer chemistry and photoinitiator systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with acrylates and urethanes in photopolymer formulations.
• Practical knowledge of 3D printing technologies, especially volumetric printing.
• Familiarity with rheology, curing kinetics, and mechanical characterization of polymers.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques and safety protocols.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on innovative materials for next-generation manufacturing.
• Collaborative environment with …
• Competitive compensation and professional growth.

What do we offer you?

Because we know that talent deserves care, at IOT you’ll enjoy benefits such as:

• 23 vacation days + 14 public holidays + 2 extra weeks during Easter and Christmas (after aging 4 months)
• Flexible schedule and shorter working hours on Fridays and during summer
• Birth bonus of €5,000
• 2 free pairs of lenses per year
• Flexible compensation: transportation, childcare, and restaurants

And on top of that…

You’ll be part of a culture that celebrates knowledge and connection: from events like the padel tournament, summer cocktail, or Halloween and Christmas parties.

Can you imagine leading the future of vision from Madrid?