PAD Engineer

LyondellBasell

  • Senai, Johor
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.Position SummaryProduct and Application Development (PAD) engineer works on development of polymer compounds products used in automotive, electronic appliance, consumer and industrial applications. He/she works within the PAD team, interacting with other site functions (Commercial, Procurement, Manufacturing,..) to commercialize new products to support business growth strategy.RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Drive and lead all technical activities related to the development of new products or improvements of existing products.
  • Develop formulations at lab scale, supporting introduction of any new required raw material.
  • Verify performance and design robustness to generate datasheet and specifications.
  • Issue recommendation for processing conditions and support scale up in Manufacturing to ensure hand-over to production.
  • Ensure development quality and effectiveness through an efficient coordination of lab activities with PAD technicians.
  • Manage collaboration with other functions (Commercial, Procurement, Manufacturing) to maximize the quality and the speed of development.
  • Maintain all systems and documentation required for effective operations: SAP, MSDS, TDS.
  • Prepare and deliver technical presentations at internal meetings or at customers
  • Support on technical advice and training to internal ( Sales, technicians, etc.) and external customers on product recommendations, processing, and application of new or existing products.
  • Provide guidance to procurement in respect to supplier selection and alternate sources of key raw materials. . Ensure safe handling and use of raw materials in development and manufacturing.
PERSON SPECIFICATION(Typical knowledge, qualifications and experience required for the job.).EducationCandidate must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Professional Degree or equivalentWork ExperienceThe position requires at least 3 years of experience in the compounding plastics industry. Polymer formulation knowledge is mandatory. Polymer processing and testing knowhow is a plus. Experience in automotive, appliance polymer applications is a plus.Languages
  • Able to communicate in English (written and spoken)
Other skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Able to work independently under little supervision
  • Able to work under pressure and to meet commitments and deadlines
  • Judgment and decision making skills
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