Automotive PP Compound Engineer, Tech Development

LyondellBasell Industries; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

EAP

Job summary

LyondellBasell Industries is seeking a Technology Development Engineer in Lansing, MI. This role owns the end-to-end development and commercialization of polypropylene (PP) compounded resins for automotive applications, driving from concept through OEM approval and ongoing customer support.

The position requires a strong foundation in polymer science, hands-on experience in polypropylene compound development, and collaboration with suppliers, manufacturing, and customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in polymer science/engineering or related field.
• Master's or PhD preferred for advanced roles.
• 3+ years experience in polymer development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of polypropylene compounds for automotive applications, from concept through commercialization
• Support compound scale up, manufacturing readiness, quality planning, and OEM approval processes
• Provide technical support for existing commercial PP compound products
• Act as technical focal point for customers and OEMs, representing products and company capabilities
• Investigate and resolve customer and field issues related to material performance or processing
• Ensure full compliance with HSE and safety requirements

Skills

Polymer characterization techniques

Injection molding

Polymer additives

Polymer reinforcements

Impact modification technologies

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Polymer Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LyondellBasell Industries is seeking a Technology Development Engineer in Lansing, MI. This role owns the end-to-end development and commercialization of polypropylene (PP) compounded resins for automotive applications, driving from concept through OEM approval and ongoing customer support.

The position requires a strong foundation in polymer science, hands-on experience in polypropylene compound development, and collaboration with suppliers, manufacturing, and customers.