Polymer Processing Engineer (Lab) – Healthcare Solutions (m/f/d)

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Job Type
Experienced
Postal Code
1420
Braine\-l’Alleud, Walloon Brabant
Job Id
249360W
Location
Braine\-l’Alleud, Walloon Brabant, Belgium
Category
Science \& TechnologyPosted On \- 06/04/2026

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As a Polymer Processing Engineer within Healthcare Solutions, you will be part of a dynamic Technology organization focused on developing and scaling advanced material solutions for various healthcare related applications. This role requires hands\-on experimental work tied directly to process innovation and materials design, supporting polymer process development, sample/prototype preparation, and scale\-up activities – bridging laboratory innovation with manufacturing implementation. Working closely with cross\-functional project teams, you will apply your practical expertise in polymer processing to develop, optimize, and transfer technology that meets evolving customer and business needs.

Primary Duties \& Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory and pilot\-scale experiments to develop and optimize polymer processing methods. Diagnose processing challenges and implement practical solutions.


• Operate and troubleshoot a range of developmental processing equipment from extrusion/casting to coating systems, including sample preparation for internal and external stakeholders


• Collaborate with technical and manufacturing teams to support technology transfer and assist in translating lab\-scale processes into scalable manufacturing processes with internal and external partners (operations, customers, tollers)


• Evaluate data, interpret results, provide recommendations to project teams, and prepare technical reports/operating procedures. Lead processing projects, as needed.

Required:

• Master’s degree in Polymer Science/Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, related fields, or equivalent experience, with a strong understanding of polymer processing principles


• 5\+ years of hands\-on processing experience with silicones and one or more of the following process technologies:

• Demonstrated problem\-solving skills and ability to design experiments and process trials


• Strong skills in data analysis with capability to interpret results and translate into actionable recommendations


• Self\-motivated person, driven to achieve outstanding results and able to manage or lead multiple projects independently


• Strong learning orientation with an openness to take on new project challenges


• Excellent interpersonal skills with a bias for collaboration


• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and French

• Experience processing thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs)


• Strong understanding of adhesion principles and impact on product/processing


• Industrial experience, including process scale\-up and manufacturing transfer

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