Development Specialist

Trinseo

  • Terneuzen, Zeeland
  • Vast
  • Voltijds
  • 1 maand geleden
OverviewThe Development Specialist acts as a technology & innovation bridge between the customers and Trinseo Plastics Solutions for its polymers PC, SAN, ABS and Compounds & Blends thereof, with a high focus on sustainability. This job has a 2-component role: “TS” to build customer intimacy and “D” to develop and implement new products or qualify existing materials into new applications. The opening’s primary focus is product and application development for the industrial market, which include building & construction, electrical, charging stations, consumer goods and utility & leisure vehicles.The job will require you to apply your knowledge of polymers and polymer fabrication technologies (injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming). As a member of Trinseo Plastics Solutions TS&D organization, you will lead specific development projects, requiring interaction with R&D Centers of Excellence, commercial, manufacturing, supply chain, and other functions within Trinseo, and you will have direct technical responsibility for a defined group of customers.The role includes T&I representative for the PC BMT and asset focal point for the PC plant.Responsibilities
  • Developing and implementing new sustainable products, applications, and fabrication technologies.
  • Development projects to resolve critical quality issues.
  • Grow new business through developing new accounts and new applications.
  • Provide prompt and quality technical service to core/differentiated customers in Europe.
  • Explore and identify the new growing opportunities that comply with Trinseo Plastics Business Strategies.
  • Direct new products/applications information to the appropriate accounts.
  • Generate quality technical reports, CRI and ROC.
Qualifications
  • PhD in Chemistry or MSc Chemical Engineering or Material Sciences, alternatively MSc Mechanical Engineering with solid experience in Plastics.
  • At least 5 years in the Chemical industry and preferable Plastics Industry with demonstrated experience in polymer processing, especially in injection moulding, extrusion, thermoforming and compounding. Working knowledge of DOE and statistical analysis will be a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication in both English and Dutch, as well as strong presentation and organizational skills are essential. German and French speaking skills would be helpful.
  • Mobile and able to travel, within Europe, up to 30%.

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