[[title]] - [[cust3]] - [[filter4]], [[filter1]] **Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.** This is a great opportunity to gain or further develop hands on training with advanced equipment and contribute to impactful green R&D projects. You will drive lab and pilot-scale activities through material synthesis, characterization, and testing. If this sounds exciting, we`d love to hear from you! **Your main tasks and responsibilities:** + **Support lab-scale R&D Projects:** + Conduct systematic lab-scale investigations on bio-polymer and bio-monomer synthesis with reactor size up to 5L. + Assist in sample characterization using standardized measurement methods. + Present results at group meetings and summarize your work in the form of a report. + **Support technology transition from lab-scale to pilot-scale:** + Assist in setting up and conducting pilot plant trials. + Provide technical expertise and troubleshoot issues during trials. + **Support R&D engineers in the operation of pilot plants for the production of bio-based materials:** + Participating in continuous trials of the pilot plants, operating in shifts (around 5-10 days per month). + Participating occasionally in other bio-based and renewable innovation projects (such as application development / biofuels / chemicals / recycling). + **Reactors and Equipment Management:** + Maintain and troubleshot various machinery and equipment used in bio-based synthesis. + Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is in optimal working conditions. + Assist in the implementation of safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment. + **Warehouse Inventory Management:** + Maintain and troubleshot various machinery and equipment used in bio-based synthesis. + Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is in optimal working conditions. + Assist in the implementation of safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment. **To succeed in this role, you will need:** + University degree or equivalent higher-level education in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences, or related field. + Previous experience as a laboratory technician and/or chemical production technician is advantageous. + Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and analytical instruments such as: + Chromatography techniques (e.g., GC, GPC, HPLC, +MS). + Titration (Karl-Fisher) and other spectroscopic techniques (UV-Vis, FTIR). + Thermal and rheological properties analysis (e.g., DSC, TGA, MFI, rheometer). + Experience using lab-scale reactive extruder. + Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks. + Team player with an outgoing personality, precise working style, and strong communication and presentation skills. + Proficiency in English. **What we offer you:** + 25 days holiday (exclusive of bank holidays) + Defined contribution pension scheme + Employee Assistance Program/health care + On-site car parking/public transport allowance + Access to a wide range of discounts No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role. **Do you have a question about the role?** **Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.** We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2024 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. ​