Technology Development Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

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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

Technology Development Engineer

Location: Lansing, MI, US, 48910

Facility: Lansing-130

Department: PPC PAD Projects & Rubber

Division: Global APS

LyondellBasellis a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-yearlegacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietaryMoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We'readdressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

The Technology Development Engineer is responsible for the development, commercialization, and technical support of polypropylene (PP) compounded resins for automotive applications. This role provides end‑to‑end(“cradle‑to‑grave”) ownership of PP compound products, from initial design through OEM approval, launch, and ongoing customer support. #LI-LL2

A Day in the Life

This person will have full lifecycle responsibility for PP compounded resins used in automotive applications. There will be a strong emphasis on problem solving, technical ownership, communication, and responsiveness.Ability to translate fundamental polymer science and mechanics into practical solutions for material, processing, or application issues.Frequent interaction with manufacturing, suppliers, customers, and OEMs.

• Main Job Accountabilities:
  
  
  
  • Lead development of new 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
  
  
  • Serve as center of excellence for a defined set of raw materials and suppliers
    
    
    
    
    • Collaborate with suppliers to expand material capabilities
    
    
    • Develop and communicate best practice technologies within the technology team
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • 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
  
  
  
  

You Bring This Value

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required in Polymer Science & Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
  Master’s or PhD preferred

Experience

• Preferred: 3+ years of experience in polymer or polymer compound development and/or technical support


• Experience in the automotive market is preferred, including basic familiarity with OEM approval processes and/or automotive quality systems

Required Technical Competencies:

• Polymer characterization techniques and interpretation of experimental data


• Injection molding of thermoplastics


• Working knowledge of:
  
  
  
  • Polymer additives
  
  
  • Polymer reinforcements
  
  
  • Impact modification technologies
  
  
  
  


• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

What We Offer

Benefits starting day one:

• Choice of Preferred Provider or Consumer Driven Medical Plan including Prescription Drug Coverage


• Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program


• Subscribe to our YouTube channel

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