Senior Polymer Development Specialist - Polypropylene / Superabsorbers (m/f/d)

Become part of Lummus Novolen Technology GmbH , the Lummus Technology Polymers Business Unit, where we develop, globally license, and service a portfolio of polymer technologies such as the successful Novolen® PP (the #1 licensed polypropylene technology in recent years), EXCENE(TM) HDPE, Lummus/Sumitomo LDPE and EVA technologies along with the Saplene(TM) Superabsorbent Polymer technology. We also develop and provide polymerization catalysts for use in these processes, and continuously develop new products to meet the latest market requirements.We belong to Lummus Technology , the leader in process technologies and value-driven energy solutions serving the refining, petrochemical and gas processing industries. We are a team of talented innovators dedicated to helping our customers achieve increased product yields, efficient and cost-effective production, and clean, sustainable operations.

As an integrated premium licensor with a diverse, comprehensive technology portfolio – and a focus on the energy transition and digital solutions – we aim to accelerate our customers' businesses while driving sustainability in meaningful ways. Since then, we have contributed to the production of clean fuels, polymers, petrochemicals, and other chemicals or refined products critical to cars, planes, medical equipment, computers, phones and many of the devices we use daily in modern society. With more than a century of experience in creating innovative solutions, Lummus Technology is well positioned for the next era, to develop and supply process technologies that enable its customers to excel in their businesses.SENIOR POLYMER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST – POLYPROPYLENE / SUPERABSORBERS (m/w/d)For Lummus Novolen Technology GmbH in Mannheim/ Germany we are looking for an experienced Senior Polymer Development Specialist – Polypropylene / Superabsorbers (m/f/d) to join our Research & Development team.Key Responsibilities:Initiation and management of polymer product development projects according to the company's project management processDocumentation and presentation of work resultsMonitoring of the IP environment and technical publications in the field, collaboration with the patent department and contribution to the company's IP portfolioSurvey of the polypropylene and other polymers markets worldwide and representation of Novolen at conferences and fairsProvision of technical support and services to our customers worldwide in the field of product development and applicationInteraction with the technology licensing business in bidding and proposal processesCollaboration with other departments in the organization (i.e.

laboratory, Technology Management, Catalyst R&D and Catalyst sales)Skills, Knowledge & Expertise:Master's degree in Chemistry or Engineering or comparable qualification with strong background in Polymer Science / Polymer processing, preferable in the field of Polypropylene and/or Superabsorbent PolymersAdvanced knowledge in polymer materials and / or polymer applications demonstrated by at least 3 years professional experience in the industry or doctoral degree is requiredAbility to lead projects and train other professionalsSkills in using standard software and new communication mediaFluent business English skills, further language skills, especially German, are advantageousExcellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, ability to prepare appealing presentations and technical articlesStrong customer focus, understanding of the needs of clientsStructured, self-motivated and solution-oriented work style, willingness to take over responsibilityInterpersonal and multicultural skills, ability to work in teamsWillingness to travel worldwideWe offer:Permanent employment contractAttractive / above-average remunerationVacation pay, end-of-year compensation30 days of annual leavePension planGym / Fitness cooperationCompany health managementVery good work-life balance due to trust-based workingEmployment in a steadily growing company in a crisis-proof industryChallenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a lot of personal responsibilityInternational environmentFamiliar working atmosphereRegular employee eventsInduction with "job mentor"Continuing education and training opportunitiesWeekly fruit basket and free drinks (coffee, tea, water)Employee offers from corporate benefitsThis is us, this is Lummus.Join us on this journey to a sustainable future! Visit our webpage for more information: www.lummustechnology.comWe look forward to receiving your application!APPLY NOWLummus Novolen Technology GmbHHuman ResourcesGottlieb-Daimler-Strasse 2 | 68165 MannheimCareer.Novolen@LummusTech.comLummus Technology/Polymer TechnologiesLummus Novolen Technology GmbH https://files.relaxx.center/kcenter-google-postings/kc-17440/logo_google.png2025-02-08T21:59:59Z FULL_TIMEnullnull null2024-12-10Mannheim 68165 Gottlieb-Daimler-Straße 249.4764109 8.4912957