Test Engineer Chemical

ContiTech; San Luis Potosí; Presencial; MXN 300.000 - 540.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ContiTech in Mexico (San Luis Potosí) seeks a Chemistry/Materials specialist to ensure reliable testing methods and data management. You will calibrate and qualify analytical instruments (rheometers, TGA, DSC, FTIR, DMA) and support instrument programming under global standards.

You will collaborate with Quality, R&D, Product Engineering and Production to investigate out-of-spec results and develop test protocols for material development and failure analysis.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in a chemistry/related field is required.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on lab experience in analytical chemistry or materials characterization.
• Proficiency with thermal and spectroscopic techniques (TGA, DSC, FTIR/ATR, DMA) and rheological testing (MDR, RPA, Mooney viscosity).
• Strong knowledge of instrument control software, LIMS, data analysis tools, and MSA/Gauge R&R within ISO/IEC 17025.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure proper operation, calibration, and qualification of analytical and physical test instrumentation; lead troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Develop, validate, and maintain test methods aligned with global standards (ASTM, ISO, DIN).
• Interpret analytical data in context of polymer chemistry and formulation using thermal analysis and infrared spectroscopy principles.
• Apply SPC methods to monitor instrument performance and guide quality decisions.
• Collaborate with Quality, R&D, Product Engineering, and Production to investigate out-of-spec results and design test protocols.
• Lead and maintain the laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan and train staff on test methods, data integrity, and safety.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science

Herramientas

TGA

DSC

FTIR/ATR

DMA

MDR

RPA

Mooney viscosity

Excel

Minitab

LIMS

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2021, Continental generated sales of €33.8 billion and currently employs more than 190,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The ContiTech group sector develops and manufactures, for example, cross-material, environmentally friendly and intelligent products and systems for the automotive industry, railway engineering, mining, agriculture and other key industries. Guided by the vision of “smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber,” the group sector draws on its long-standing knowledge of the industry and materials to open up new business opportunities by combining various materials with electronic components and individual services.

Job Description

This role ensures the reliability and continuous improvement of chemical and physical testing methods, laboratory equipment, and data management systems. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the position contributes to material evaluation, quality assurance, problem-solving activities, and technical decision-making through the application of standardized testing practices and analytical techniques.

Essential Functions

• Ensure proper operation, calibration, and qualification of analytical and physical test instrumentation (rheometers, tensile/compression testers, TGA, DSC, FTIR, DMA, and viscometers); lead troubleshooting of instrument failures and coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Develop, validate, and maintain test methods and instrument programming aligned with global laboratory standards and traceability to ASTM, ISO, and DIN reference methods.
• Interpret analytical and physical test data in the context of compound chemistry and formulation, applying in-depth knowledge of thermal analysis, dynamic mechanical analysis, infrared spectroscopy, and rheological characterization principles.
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) methodology—including control charts, Cpk analysis, and Gauge R&R studies—to monitor analytical test system performance and guide data-driven quality decisions.
• Collaborate with Quality, R&D, Product Engineering, and Production to investigate out-of-specification results using structured root cause analysis and design specialized test protocols for compound development and failure analysis.
• Lead and maintain the laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan, including hazard communication, SDS management, chemical inventory control, waste disposal compliance, and delivery of technical training to laboratory personnel on test methods, instrument operation, and data integrity standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or closely related discipline
• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on laboratory experience in analytical chemistry, polymer/elastomer testing, or materials characterization in an industrial or applied research setting
• Demonstrated proficiency with thermal and spectroscopic analytical techniques (TGA, DSC, FTIR/ATR, DMA) and rheological testing (MDR, RPA, Mooney viscosity)
• Proficiency in instrument control software, LIMS, data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or equivalent), and solid understanding of Quality Management System principles, measurement system analysis (MSA/Gauge R&R), and ISO/IEC 17025 framework
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrument systems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, chemical safety) with first‑level troubleshooting capability and strong communication and time management skills

Additional Information

At Continental we are committed to building an inclusive and discrimination‑free ecosystem in Mexico, these principles are rooted in our corporate philosophy and culture. Therefore, it is totally forbidden to request a pregnancy or HIV test as part of our selection processes.

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