Polymer Chemist Engineer - Cable Industry M/V/X

Description de la fonction

As part of the expansion of our R&D and industrial activities, we are looking for a Polymer Chemist Engineer specialized in compound formulation for the cable industry, with strong expertise in insulation compounds, jacketing materials, and conductive/semi-conductive compounds for medium- and high-voltage applications.

This position is intended for a candidate with significant experience gained within a cable manufacturer or a major compound formulation company serving the cable industry, ideally with exposure to halogen-free technologies (HFFR / LSZH).

Key Responsibilities Within the R&D and Product Development team, you will be responsible for the design, optimization, and industrialization of new polymer formulations for cable applications. Formulation Development Design and optimize polymer compounds for cable applications: Insulation compounds Jacketing compounds Conductive and semi-conductive screening compounds Develop solutions meeting electrical, mechanical, thermal, and regulatory requirements. Contribute to the development of halogen-free compounds (LSZH / HFFR). Materials & Process Expertise Select and characterize raw materials: Polymers Mineral fillers Functional additives Conductive fillers Define processing parameters and ensure industrial robustness. Support technology transfer from development to production. Industrial Support & Continuous Improvement Optimize compounding and processing operations. Analyze product performance and investigate non-conformities. Provide technical support to industrial and quality teams. Contribute to innovation projects and technology scouting activities.

Profil

Candidate Profile Education Master's degree or PhD in: Polymer Chemistry Chemical Engineering Materials Science Plastics Engineering or equivalent Experience Proven experience within the cable industry or technical compounds industry. Previous experience with a cable manufacturer is considered a strong asset. Expertise in halogen-free formulations is highly desirable. Technical Skills Polymer Formulation Strong expertise in standard and engineering polymers. Cable Compounds Demonstrated expertise in: Insulation compounds Jacketing compounds Conductive compounds Semi-conductive compounds Medium- and high-voltage cable applications Processing Technologies Solid knowledge of compounding, extrusion, injection molding, compression molding, Mixing / kneading processes Material Characterization Strong understanding of: Rheology, Viscosity, Mechanical characterization, Thermal characterization, Electrical characterization of materials Quality & Regulatory Compliance Quality control of compounds and finished products. Material performance analysis and qualification. Knowledge of technical specifications applicable to electrical cables. Key Competencies Strong expertise in compound formulation and product development. Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Innovation and continuous improvement mindset. Ability to work in an industrial and multicultural environment. Strong communication skills across R&D, production, and quality teams. Experience gained in Germany or France, where many leading industry players are concentrated, would be considered a significant advantage.

Compétences linguistiques

• Néérlandais (atout)

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