R&D Chemical Engineer (Formulation & Surface Treatment)
03 Aug 2026Job Description:
As part of our ongoing development, we are committed to green technologies and to helping our customers reduce costs without compromising quality. We take a proactive approach to meeting and exceeding increasingly stringent regulations that restrict the use of hazardous materials.
The Research & Development Department is currently seeking its next R&D Chemical Engineer specializing in Formulation and Surface Treatment.
Job Description:
You will be responsible for leading projects focused on the development of new surface treatment processes within Company Advanced Coatings Business Group. In this role, your main responsibilities will include:
• Formulating and optimizing surface treatment processes,
• Defining and validating technical specifications,
• Providing technical support to sales teams, particularly in promoting our solutions to customers,
• Supporting customers during industrialization phases through successful operational implementation.
• You will regularly collaborate with our commercial and technical teams located in different countries.
Qualities and Required Skills:
Personal Qualities
• Accuracy and attention to detail: Essential to ensure the reliability and consistency of developed processes.
• Curiosity and innovative mindset: Ability to explore and develop new solutions and technologies.
• Autonomy and sense of responsibility: Capability to manage projects from concept through implementation.
• Customer-oriented approach Understanding customer needs and delivering tailored solutions.
• Clear and effective communication: Essential for interacting with international teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to simplify and explain technical concepts: Facilitating communication with customers and commercial teams.
• Collaborative mindset: Working effectively with multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
Technical Skills
• Expertise in materials chemistry and surface treatment: Strong understanding of the physicochemical and electrochemical principles involved in coating and plating processes.
• Process formulation and optimization capabilities: Ability to design, test, and adjust technical formulations and processes.
• Knowledge of technical specifications and industry standards: Rigorous approach to defining, validating, and ensuring compliance with technical requirements.
• Project planning and management: Ability to structure development activities, monitor progress, and ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.
Requirements:
• Master's Degree in Materials Chemistry or equivalent
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in leading projects focused on the development of chemistry and surface treatment processes. Those with coating and plating process experience will be given priority in considering for the job
All Successful candidates can expect a very competitive remuneration package and a comprehensive range of benefits.
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Job ID: JOB-00911
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