Design and Development Technician

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for the Technical Service area, including physical property analysis and the execution of New Work Requests (NST).
• Operate low and high-pressure polyurethane foaming machines to develop new systems and products.
• Support the Production area by performing quality control testing and material release according to established specifications.
• Manage laboratory operations, including the coordination of equipment calibration, maintenance, and the handling of hazardous waste.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ guidelines, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), ISO 9001, and continuous improvement programs like Six Sigma and Kaizen.
• Perform administrative laboratory tasks such as managing supplies, maintaining documentation, and tracking KPIs.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, QFB, or a related field with 1+ years of experience.
• OR a Technical degree in Chemistry, QFB, or Laboratory sciences with 5+ years of progressive experience.
• Proven experience in polyurethane foaming machine operation, quality control testing, and physical property analysis.
• Technical English proficiency at a B1 level.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, pivot tables).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP P1P.
• Proficiency in Minitab and Super CEP.

About the Company

Covestro is a world-leading supplier of high-tech polymer materials that are innovative, sustainable, and diverse. Guided by our purpose to make the world a brighter place, we develop products and solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible, with a strong focus on the circular economy.