<img alt="" src="https://performancemanager5.successfactors.eu/doc/custom/wackerchem/LAY_WACKER_Header_extern_englisch_Deutschland.jpg"> Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future. To strengthen our team in Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, we are looking for you as a R&D Engineer 1 (f/m/d) Job Responsibilities • Leading product development efforts in polymer synthesis and powder production at the pilot scale. • Conducting analytical assessments of pilot and plant samples to establish structure-process-property relationships. • Implementing process analytics and optimization initiatives utilizing digital tools. • Collaborating within an intercultural environment alongside global colleagues and partners. • Coordinating internal and external customer sampling activities in alignment with Operations and ADTS requirements. • Managing documentation related to quality, IMS, process and chemical safety, and MOC matters, including audit preparation. • Maintaining pilot equipment (Dryer & Pressure Reactor), associated facilities, and documentation. • Designing and introducing concepts for continuous improvement of laboratory operations. • Advancing lab automation and supporting digitalization strategies by applying global recipe design standards and managing data. • Providing production support in Ulsan, addressing product and raw material quality concerns, as well as process optimization. • Facilitating and participating in safety activities and training sessions under the "For our Safety" Program in collaboration with ULS plant peers and the L-A-RD AYN team. • Engaging in cross-functional collaboration with internal business division stakeholders across technical (ADTS), production, and business functions. Qualifications Required Knowledge • Extensive industry experience in manufacturing polymer dispersions, radical polymerization, and spray drying operations, including raw material processing, recipe and process design, as well as product application. • Comprehensive knowledge of macromolecular chemistry or related fields, with particular expertise in market trends and products relevant to key responsibilities. • Experience in research and development within an industrial setting. • Demonstrated adaptability in dynamic market environments and commitment to ongoing professional development. • Strong proficiency in laboratory management. • Effective communication and presentation abilities. • Proficient in English; additional languages such as German or others are highly desirable. Skillset • Demonstrates strong teamwork skills, embraces a growth mindset, engages in self-reflection, and accepts accountability • Exhibits a collaborative and team-driven approach to work • Maintains a customer-centric and market-focused perspective • Possesses intercultural competence Education: • Holds a degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline • Preferred higher education level: MSc., PhD • 5+ years experience in chemical industry Sustainability is one of WACKER’s corporate goals – also as an employer. We want you to remain productive, healthy and successful long term. That is why we offer, for example, comprehensive health management and a variety of advanced training programs and courses for individual development opportunities, alongside a good work-life balance. Naturally, we also have a fair compensation system and above-average social benefits. After all, social responsibility has a long tradition at WACKER. Be part of a family. Across all nations. We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com/careers. Reference Code: 31100

R&D Engineer 1 (Anyang, KR, 14058) @ Wacker Chemie AG

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