CTD Engineer-Detroit, MI

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 seeking:

 Customer Technical Development (CTD) Engineer:

• With over 1,500 products, Specialty Polymers offers the widest range of high-performance polymers in the world, allowing tailor-made solutions such as pushing the limits of metal replacement in the electronics, automotive, aircraft and healthcare industries.
• The GBU has unparalleled expertise in three technologies: aromatic polymers, high barrier polymers and fluoropolymers.
• For our GBU Specialty Polymers we are currently looking for a Customer Technical Development (CTD) Engineer (m/f) for aromatic polymers preferably in the Detroit, MI area. 

We count on you for:    

• As CTD Engineer, you are our customers’ point of contact as expert for technical topics of our products in close collaboration with commercial and business development, you will develop new applications and consult on polymer material selection and design (metal to plastic conversion, mold flow and CAE support in collaboration with our Engineering department, etc.)
• You will provide technical support to our customers on tooling, processing trials, troubleshooting, and testing (thermal, mechanical, rheology, microscopy, etc.) for the final validation of the parts as well as initiating new product
  developments together with commercial and R&D teams.
• Organize and facilitate technical training about polymers, applications and processing to internal and external stakeholders (product training, Tech Days, etc.)  

You will bring:

• Academic degree in engineering, chemistry, or a technical related field.
• Experience in polymer melt processing such as injection molding, extrusion, compression molding and/or numerical
  simulation tools.
• Experience supporting automotive M2P conversion projects is a plus. 
• You have a technical and analytical skillset and enjoy communicating and networking with people.
• Willingness to travel up to 50%.

You can count on us for:

• Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading
  chemical companies.

• Excellent training & development possibilities and an attractive salary & benefits package

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $94,960- $118,700 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees 
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
• Employee retirement plan (401K) with match  

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.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.