Engineer / Manager - Product Competence (Plastic Polymer)

B. Braun Melsungen AG; Bayan Lepas; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical technology company in Penang is seeking an Engineer / Manager - Product Competence to oversee projects involving low-cost automation and new manufacturing technologies. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Material Science or a related field, with expertise in plastic polymers and experience guiding R&D teams. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement and various employee benefits, including medical insurance and onsite amenities.

Benefits

Employee Incentive Scheme

Training and development programs

Meal Subsidy

Onsite fitness area

Medical insurance

Travel allowance

Retirement fund

Qualifications

• Prior experience in plastics/materials.
• Support lifecycle teams regarding material changes.
• Collaborate with the Head of Department to establish organizational structure.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful identification, execution, and delivery of engineering projects.
• Guide technical experts in the global Corporate Knowledge Networks.
• Develop strategies to oversee governance over core processes.

Skills

Knowledge of plastic polymer properties

Ability to guide and support R&D teams

Experience in conducting proof of concept tests

Education

BSc / MSc / PhD in Material Science, Material Engineering, Chemistry, or Polymer Chemistry

Job description

Engineer / Manager - Product Competence (Plastic Polymer) Job Description

You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.

Position: Engineer / Manager - Product Competence (Plastic Polymer)

Company: B. Braun Medical Industries S/B

Location: Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia

Functional Area: Research and Development

Working Model: Onsite

Requisition ID: 6711

Role Overview

Are you passionate about being a Manager - Product Competence? Do you have experience in Product Competence? If so, this opportunity could be for you! Join us at B. Braun, a leader in the medical devices industry, where your skills and experience will be recognized and celebrated. Take the next step in your career with us and help shape the future of healthcare!

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure successful identification, execution, and delivery of engineering projects involving low-cost automation and new manufacturing technologies within scope. Collaborate with the Head of Department to establish organizational structure addressing core manufacturing processes and technical training.
• Provide disciplinary and technical leadership according to corporate governance. Identify, define, and accomplish projects related to core production processes in cooperation with internal and external suppliers.
• Guide technical experts in the global Corporate Knowledge Networks (CKN) and related groups.
• Develop strategies to oversee governance over core processes within the regional responsibility of the Technology Hub BMI, aligned with the Operating Model Medical (OMM).
• Promote collaboration between process development and R&D to enable simultaneous engineering for product and process development, aiming to generate manufacturable new products in line with CoE and division needs.
• Evaluate manufacturing technology suppliers in the Asia Pacific region to enhance capabilities, especially in innovative process technologies. Provide training concepts and recommendations for technically skilled workers.

Qualifications

• BSc / MSc / PhD in Material Science, Material Engineering, Chemistry, or Polymer Chemistry, Biochemistry. Prior experience in plastics/materials.
• Knowledge of plastic polymer properties, especially Polyurethane.
• Experience conducting proof of concept tests related to material changes.
• Ability to guide and support R&D teams on material topics.
• Support lifecycle teams regarding material changes.

About B. Braun

Founded in Germany in 1839, B. Braun is a leading medical technology company with over 66,000 employees worldwide, specializing in infusion therapy, orthopedics, neurosurgery, anesthesia, and more. In Asia Pacific, B. Braun employs over 16,000 people across 10 production sites and 16 offices. The Penang plant, established in 1972, is among the largest manufacturers of medical, surgical, and pharmaceutical products in the region and houses the Centre of Excellence for Intravenous Access.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working arrangement
• Employee Incentive Scheme
• Training and development programs
• Meal Subsidy and onsite convenience store
• Onsite fitness area including running track, futsal, and classes
• Medical insurance, dental, and optical allowances
• Travel allowance
• Retirement fund

Next Steps

Click on the link to apply, update your information, and submit your CV. Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application. Successful candidates will be invited for two interviews—one in person and one remote. If selected, you will receive an offer and onboarding guidance. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

Our Commitment

We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, respectful, and equal working environment. Learn more about our commitment to diversity here.

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