TECHNICAL SERVICE AND DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER Job

Arkema; Mozzate; Presencial; EUR 55.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arkema is seeking a Technical Service and Development Engineer to support customers across EMEA in selecting and applying laminating adhesives for flexible packaging. Based in Mozzate (Como, Italy), the role connects customers, Sales, R&D and Production, conducting trials and translating needs into practical solutions aligned with production conditions.

The candidate will plan tests, validate products, prepare reports, and provide technical training while traveling up to 50% across Europe.

Formación

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related discipline.
• At least 3 years in technical service or application development within flexible packaging.
• Strong knowledge of laminating adhesives, coating technologies and industrial applications.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and conduct laboratory and industrial trials; support product validation and implementation on customer production lines.
• Interpret results and prepare reports with practical recommendations.
• Provide technical training and demonstrations for customers and sales partners; travel within Europe ~50%.

Conocimientos

Lam. adhesives know-how

Coating technologies

Process troubleshooting

Laboratory & industrial trials

Educación

Degree in Chemistry or related

3+ years in technical service or development

Industry knowledge in flexible packaging

Herramientas

SAP

Salesforce

Power BI

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TECHNICAL SERVICE AND DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER Job

Location:

Mozzate, N/A, IT

Employment Type: Regular

Posting Date: Oct 30, 2026

The Technical Service and Development Engineer supports customers of Arkema Adesivi’s Advanced Packaging & Converting business across EMEA in selecting, validating and correctly applying laminating adhesives for flexible packaging. The role combines chemistry expertise, process knowledge and field support to translate customer needs into reliable solutions suited to their production conditions.

Based in Mozzate (Como, Italy), the role acts as a technical link between customers, Sales, R&D and Production. It involves assessing application needs and process constraints, recommending solutions while explaining their benefits, operating conditions and limitations, and supporting Sales in technical assessments.

The role holder plans and conducts laboratory and industrial trials, supports product validation and implementation on customer production lines, interprets results and prepares reports with practical recommendations. They investigate application issues by examining the interaction between adhesives, substrates, process parameters, laminators and dosing systems, working with customers and internal teams to identify causes, define actions and verify their effectiveness.

The role shares emerging needs, trial results and improvement opportunities with R&D, contributing to product and application development and the transition from laboratory to industrial use. It also provides technical training and demonstrations for customers and sales partners, develops relationships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and represents the company at industry events and trade shows.

The role contributes to business growth through reliable application performance, innovation and lasting customer relationships, taking account of quality requirements and applicable regulations. Travel within Europe is expected for approximately 50% of working time.

Required Profile

Education and experience (MANDATORY)

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of experience in technical service or application development within the flexible packaging industry.
• Strong knowledge of laminating adhesives, coating technologies and their industrial applications.

Technical skills (IMPORTANT)

• Hands-on experience with laminators and dosing systems, including the ability to identify and troubleshoot process and application issues.
• Ability to plan and conduct laboratory and industrial trials, interpret results and translate findings into practical technical recommendations.
• Knowledge of the standards and regulatory requirements applicable to the relevant products and markets.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and clearly communicate product performance, capabilities and conditions of use.

Personal and organisational skills

• An analytical, practical approach to problem-solving, with a strong focus on customer needs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, organise activities and meet agreed deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with customers, partners and cross-functional teams in an international environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving technical requirements and business priorities.

Languages and tools

• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Availability to work at the Mozzate site, in the province of Como, Italy and to travel within Europe for approximately 50% of working time.
• Experience using SAP, Salesforce and Power BI. Experience managing development projects and familiarity with the Stage-Gate process.

Adaptability/change flexibility

Customer Focus

Committed to Safety & Cybersecurity

Proactivity/creativity spirit

Professional knowledge

Results Focus

Demonstrates Professional Knowledge & Technical Capability

Team work/cohesion

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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