Development Engineer in Extrusion & Polymers

Optinova Group; Ahvenanmaan maaseutu; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Optinova Group is seeking a Development Engineer in Extrusion & Polymers to join our Innovation Center in Godby. You will develop and optimize extrusion processes, support new business opportunities, and drive continuous improvement of products and technologies.

You will collaborate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and partners worldwide, combining hands-on experimentation with scientific analysis to drive innovation and technical excellence in polymer materials and manufacturing practices.

Qualifications

• Structured and analytical approach to problem-solving and experimentation.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and practically.
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Drive extrusion trials and product development activities.
• Analyze data and translate insights into practical improvements.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers, and suppliers across the global organization.
• Act as a technical expert within extrusion and polymer topics.
• Explore new polymer materials, technologies, and manufacturing methods.
• Share knowledge and contribute to a learning-focused engineering culture.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Clear communication

Collaborative mindset

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering or Materials Science

Job description

Make an impact every day - for better life quality, wherever we operate.

At Optinova, our solutions are part of products and technologies that touch the lives of people around the world, from minimally invasive surgery devices to protecting the transfer of information in data centers. If you're passionate about polymer materials, extrusion technology, and transforming technical challenges into innovative solutions, this could be the opportunity for you. We are looking for a Development Engineer in Extrusion & Polymers to join our team at Optinova's Innovation Center in Godby.

As a Development Engineer, you will play an important role in developing and optimizing extrusion processes, supporting both new business opportunities and the continuous improvement of existing products and technologies.

You will collaborate with committed colleagues, customers, suppliers, and partners around the world, combining hands-on experimentation with scientific analysis to drive innovation, challenge ideas, and advance development together to build technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive extrusion trials and product development activities
• Analyze data and translate insights into practical improvements.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers, and suppliers across our global organization.
• Act as a technical expert within extrusion and polymer-related topics.
• Explore new polymer materials, technologies, and manufacturing methods to support innovation.
• Share knowledge and contribute to a strong engineering culture focused on learning and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience

We're looking for someone who enjoys solving technical challenges and turning ideas into practical solutions.

You have:

• A degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering or Materials Science
• A structured and analytical approach to problem-solving and experimentation.
• The ability to communicate complex technical concepts in a clear and practical way.
• A collaborative and curious mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required, as you will collaborate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and partners around the world.

We value personal qualities that contribute to a collaborative environment, encourage knowledge sharing, and inspire curiosity. Personal qualities will be an important factor in our recruitment process.

The Following Qualifications Are Considered an Advantage:

• Experience within the medical device industry or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Experience working with extrusion processes, polymer materials, or similar manufacturing technologies.
• Knowledge of Swedish is considered an advantage, as some communication is conducted in Swedish.

Why Join Optinova?

At Optinova, we believe in empowering our employees to play an integral role in the success of the organization, offering both freedom and responsibility. As a Development Engineer in Extrusion & Polymers at our Innovation Center in Godby, you'll work with the development and optimization of extrusion processes, collaborate with stakeholders across our global organization, and contribute to technical innovation. This is a unique opportunity to share your expertise, coach colleagues, and contribute to the future development of our business.

We offer flexibility in your workday, while recognizing that collaboration happens best in person. Since this role involves close teamwork and hands-on work with equipment, we expect you to be primarily office-based. Our modern, light-filled facilities include newly renovated common areas that create a welcoming and inspiring work environment.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is EUR 4200-4700 per month. Placement within the range is based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. Additional compensation may be considered for candidates with specialist expertise or experience exceeding the requirements of the role.

Information

For more information about this position, please contact:

Emily Knight, Talent Acquisition Specialist, [e-mail]

We will review applications after the closing date 27th of September 2026.

If you are not a citizen of an EU/EEA country or Switzerland, you will need to present a valid work and residence permit at a potential interview.