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Research Lab Technician

Machelen, BE, 1831💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-06 → 2026-09-25

Core

Conduct mechanical, physical, and analytical tests on flexible packaging, rigid/semi-rigid applications, and performance liquids; prepare and process polymer formulations using fabrication equipment like compounders, injection molding units, and extruders; perform in-depth analytical evaluations using techniques such as NMR, GC, and IR.

Role type

Research Lab Technician (Polymers and Performance Liquids)

Builds

Samples for testing and development of sustainable solutions for customers and society

Domain

Energy, chemicals, lubricants, lower-emissions technologies

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Mechanical testing, physical testing, analytical testing, polymer formulation preparation, operation of fabrication equipment (compounders, injection molding, extruders), operation of analytical instruments (NMR, GC, IR), data analysis, safety protocol adherence, documentation

Preferred skills

Additional languages beyond English

Technologies

NMR, GC, IR, compounders, injection molding units, extruders, packaging systems

Responsibilities

Conduct mechanical, physical, and analytical tests on packaging and performance liquids; Prepare and process polymer formulations using fabrication equipment; Perform in-depth analytical evaluations of products using advanced techniques; Analyze and report data/findings clearly and promptly; Adhere to safety protocols, quality standards, and compliance requirements

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC

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