Product Realization Engineer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:
A team member for a global, high-achieving, and innovative team who is committed to accelerating Syensqo Materials’ growth in the area of specialty thermoplastic compounds
A professional who can both engage with the R&I community (demonstrating curiosity, passion for science & technology, analytical thinking, …)  and succeed in a manufacturing environment (pragmatic, process oriented, quality focus, …)
A project leader for the industrialization of new products (specialty compounds including colored compounds) and compounding processes to full manufacturing implementation and commercialization
 A driven research professional who will develop, monitor, evaluate, and implement advancements in thermoplastic compounding technology

We count on you for:

• Maintaining a safe work environment for self and others
• Closely collaborating and building strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including product development, product management, supply chain, manufacturing, quality, technical service, and our customers to deliver new products to the market
• Ensuring the successful industrialization of new products (specialty compounds & colors) at the plant
• Executing critical business support activities including line and raw material qualifications, product quality improvements, or manufacturing efficiency initiatives.
• Serving as a subject matter expert for the organization in the areas of compounding and the product lines you work with.
• Develop and document organizational and scientific knowledge

You can count on us for:

• Opportunities for advancement including both a technical and management ladder
• A collaborative and dynamic role which will expose you to a wide variety of projects and functions across the organization
• Opportunities to quickly and frequently work on programs which have a large impact and influence on the organization
• An R&D team with a culture of intellectual curiosity, technical rigor, practicality, working together, open feedback, and a desire to grow together
• An organization which values its employees, rewards performance, and prioritizes research & innovation and sustainable development for its continued success

You will bring:

• Ph.D. in polymer science/engineering, chemical engineering, chemistry, mechanical engineering, or related fields with 3-10 years relevant experience strongly preferred. MS with 5+ years of highly relevant work experience will also be considered.
• Experience with engineering or specialty thermoplastics and their processing
• Experience in colored compounds is desirable
• Excellent technical foundation in polymer science and compounding process
• Very strong communication (oral and written, English), organizational, and interpersonal/teamwork skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects, balance priorities, and execute with appropriate urgency
• Hands on mechanical skills/aptitude is desirable

You will get:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• 16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave
• Additional local benefits
   

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.