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Polymer Chemist Engineer - Cable Industry

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  • Limburg
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Polymer Chemist Engineer - Cable IndustryRobert Walters
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As part of the expansion of our R&D and industrial activities, we are looking for a Polymer Chemist Engineer specialized in compound formulation for the cable industry, with strong expertise in insulation compounds, jacketing materials, and conductive/semi-conductive compounds for medium- and high-voltage applications.

This position is intended for a candidate with significant experience gained within a cable manufacturer or a major compound formulation company serving the cable industry, ideally with exposure to halogen-free technologies (HFFR / LSZH).


Key Responsibilities

Within the R&D and Product Development team, you will be responsible for the design, optimization, and industrialization of new polymer formulations for cable applications.

Formulation Development

  • Design and optimize polymer compounds for cable applications:
    • Insulation compounds
    • Jacketing compounds
    • Conductive and semi-conductive screening compounds
  • Develop solutions meeting electrical, mechanical, thermal, and regulatory requirements.
  • Contribute to the development of halogen-free compounds (LSZH / HFFR).

Materials & Process Expertise

  • Select and characterize raw materials:
    • Polymers
    • Mineral fillers
    • Functional additives
    • Conductive fillers
  • Define processing parameters and ensure industrial robustness.
  • Support technology transfer from development to production.

Industrial Support & Continuous Improvement

  • Optimize compounding and processing operations.
  • Analyze product performance and investigate non-conformities.
  • Provide technical support to industrial and quality teams.
  • Contribute to innovation projects and technology scouting activities.

Candidate Profile

Education

Master's degree or PhD in:

  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Plastics Engineering or equivalent

Experience

  • Proven experience within the cable industry or technical compounds industry.
  • Previous experience with a cable manufacturer is considered a strong asset.
  • Expertise in halogen-free formulations is highly desirable.

Technical Skills

Polymer Formulation

Strong expertise in standard and engineering polymers.

Cable Compounds

Demonstrated expertise in:

  • Insulation compounds
  • Jacketing compounds
  • Conductive compounds
  • Semi-conductive compounds
  • Medium- and high-voltage cable applications

Processing Technologies

Solid knowledge of compounding, extrusion, injection molding, compression molding, Mixing / kneading processes

Material Characterization

Strong understanding of: Rheology, Viscosity, Mechanical characterization, Thermal characterization, Electrical characterization of materials

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

  • Quality control of compounds and finished products.
  • Material performance analysis and qualification.
  • Knowledge of technical specifications applicable to electrical cables.

Key Competencies

  • Strong expertise in compound formulation and product development.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Innovation and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Ability to work in an industrial and multicultural environment.
  • Strong communication skills across R&D, production, and quality teams.

Experience gained in Germany or France, where many leading industry players are concentrated, would be considered a significant advantage.

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