Polymer Processing Engineer (Lab) – Healthcare Solutions (m/f/d)

DuPont Group; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont Group is seeking a Polymer Processing Engineer to join their Healthcare Solutions team to develop and optimize advanced material solutions. This role involves hands-on experimental work and collaboration with cross-functional teams to innovate polymer processing.

The ideal candidate should have a Master’s degree in relevant fields, at least 5 years of experience in polymer processing, and strong problem-solving skills. Proficiency in English and French is also required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on processing experience with silicones.
• Strong understanding of polymer processing principles.
• Demonstrated ability to design experiments and process trials.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale experiments.
• Collaborate with technical and manufacturing teams.
• Evaluate data, interpret results, and provide recommendations.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

French proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Polymer Science/Engineering

Equivalent experience

Tools

Extrusion equipment

Coating processes

Injection molding

Job description

## Polymer Processing Engineer (Lab) – Healthcare Solutions (m/f/d)Applyremote type: On-sitelocations: Braine-l'Alleud, Brabant wallontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 249360WAt DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont CareersAs a **Polymer Processing Engineer within Healthcare Solutions**, you will be part of a dynamic Technology organization focused on developing and scaling advanced material solutions for various healthcare related applications. This role requires hands-on experimental work tied directly to process innovation and materials design, supporting polymer process development, sample/prototype preparation, and scale-up activities – bridging laboratory innovation with manufacturing implementation. Working closely with cross-functional project teams, you will apply your practical expertise in polymer processing to develop, optimize, and transfer technology that meets evolving customer and business needs.**Primary Duties & Responsibilities*** Design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to develop and optimize polymer processing methods. Diagnose processing challenges and implement practical solutions.* Operate and troubleshoot a range of developmental processing equipment from extrusion/casting to coating systems, including sample preparation for internal and external stakeholders* Collaborate with technical and manufacturing teams to support technology transfer and assist in translating lab-scale processes into scalable manufacturing processes with internal and external partners (operations, customers, tollers)* Evaluate data, interpret results, provide recommendations to project teams, and prepare technical reports/operating procedures. Lead processing projects, as needed.**Education & Experience**Required:* Master’s degree in Polymer Science/Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, related fields, or equivalent experience, with a strong understanding of polymer processing principles* 5+ years of hands-on processing experience with silicones and one or more of the following process technologies: + Coating processes and equipment + Extrusion processes and equipment + Injection molding* Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to design experiments and process trials* Strong skills in data analysis with capability to interpret results and translate into actionable recommendations* Self-motivated person, driven to achieve outstanding results and able to manage or lead multiple projects independently* Strong learning orientation with an openness to take on new project challenges* Excellent interpersonal skills with a bias for collaboration* Strong oral and written communication skills in English and FrenchDesired:* Experience processing thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs)* Strong understanding of adhesion principles and impact on product/processing* Industrial experience, including process scale-up and manufacturing transfer#LI-DK1