About the role

  • Plastic & Rubber Knowledge Engineer focusing on material selection and manufacturing processes at SSI Aeration. Supporting product development and troubleshooting in a site-based role.

Responsibilities

  • Select suitable plastic and rubber materials based on application and performance.
  • Support design and manufacturing teams with material and process expertise.
  • Troubleshoot molding/extrusion/vulcanization defects and perform root cause analysis.
  • Conduct and coordinate material testing (tensile, hardness, aging, compression set).
  • Prepare material specifications, test reports, and technical documentation.
  • Work with suppliers to qualify and improve material quality.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Science, Materials Engineering, Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, or related field.
  • 2–5 years of experience in plastics, elastomers, or polymer processing.
  • Knowledge of injection molding, extrusion, or rubber compounding.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

  • location dependant annual leave allowance
  • pension
  • Shares options

Job title

Polymer Product Engineer

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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