Senior Product Application Specialist

Department: Product Development

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Mannheim - Germany

Reporting To: Head of Product Development

Description

Become part of Lummus Novolen Technology GmbH, the Lummus Technology Polymers Business Unit, where we develop, globally license, and service a portfolio of polymer technologies such as the successful Novolen® PP (the #1 licensed polypropylene technology in recent years), EXCENE™ HDPE, Lummus/Sumitomo LDPE and EVA technologies along with the Saplene™ Superabsorbent Polymer (SAP) technology. We also develop and provide polymerization catalysts for use in these processes, and continuously develop new products to meet the latest market requirements.

We belong to Lummus Technology, the leader in process technologies and value-driven energy solutions serving the refining, petrochemical and gas processing industries. We are a team of talented innovators dedicated to helping our customers achieve increased product yields, efficient and cost-effective production, and clean, sustainable operations. As an integrated premium licensor with a diverse, comprehensive technology portfolio — and a focus on the energy transition and digital solutions — we aim to accelerate our customers’ businesses while driving sustainability in meaningful ways. Since then, we have contributed to the production of clean fuels, polymers, petrochemicals, and other chemicals or refined products critical to cars, planes, medical equipment, computers, phones and many of the devices we use daily in modern society. With more than a century of experience in creating innovative solutions, Lummus Technology is well positioned for the next era, to develop and supply process technologies that enable its customers to excel in their businesses.

For Lummus Novolen Technology GmbH in Mannheim/ Germany we are looking for an experienced Product Application Specialist (m/f/d) to join our Research & Development team.

Key Responsibilities

Initiation and management of product development projects according to the company’s project management process
Documentation and presentation of work results
Monitoring of the IP environment and technical publications in the field, collaboration with the patent department and contribution to the company’s IP portfolio
Survey of the polypropylene and other polymer markets worldwide and representation of Novolen at conferences and fairs
Provision of technical support and services to our customers worldwide in the field of product development and application
Interaction with the technology licensing business in bidding and proposal processes
Collaboration with other departments in the organization (i.e. laboratory, Technology Management, Catalyst R&D and Catalyst sales)

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Master’s degree in Chemistry or Engineering or comparable qualification with strong background in Polymer Science / Polymer processing, preferable in the field of Polypropylene and/or Superabsorbent Polymers
Advanced knowledge in polymer materials and / or polymer processing demonstrated by at least 3 years professional experience in the industry or doctoral degree is required
Ability to lead projects and train other professionals
Skills in using standard software and new communication media
Fluent business English skills, further language skills, especially German, are advantageous
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, ability to prepare appealing presentations and technical articles
Strong customer focus, understanding of the needs of clients
Structured, self-motivated and solution-oriented work style, willingness to take over responsibility
Interpersonal and multicultural skills, ability to work in teams
Willingness to travel worldwide

Job Benefits

Permanent employment contract
Attractive / above-average remuneration
Vacation pay, end-of-year compensation
30 days of annual leave
Pension plan
Gym / Fitness cooperation
Company health management
Very good work-life balance due to trust-based working
Employment in a steadily growing company in a crisis-proof industry
Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes and a lot of personal responsibility
International environment
Familiar working atmosphere
Regular employee events
Induction with "job mentor"
Continuing education and training opportunities
Weekly fruit basket and free drinks (coffee, tea, water)
Employee offers from corporate benefits

At Lummus Technology, innovation thrives, and excellence is a shared pursuit. When you join the Lummus Family, you are empowered to make an impact and be part of a dynamic team that celebrates creativity, encourages professional development, and fosters collaboration.

From our technology portfolio to our global workforce, Lummus is growing at a rapid pace, and we hope that you will grow with us during this exciting time.

Application Received

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