Extrusion Engineer
Core
Develop breakthrough natural material technologies into scalable packaging solutions using industrial-scale extrusion processes.
Role type
Senior IC process engineer (extrusion)
Builds
Scalable natural packaging alternatives from seaweed and plants
Domain
Sustainable materials / Bioplastics / Extrusion engineering
Required skills
Extrusion process engineering, Material science, Root cause analysis, Experimental design, Technical documentation, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Experience with compounding, film or sheet extrusion, EU-funded project experience
Technologies
Extrusion equipment, Pilot facilities, Laboratory testing tools
Responsibilities
Drive natural material development projects from early stage trials through to scalable solutions, Design and execute extrusion trials to optimize performance, Troubleshoot process challenges using root cause analysis, Collaborate with material science and design teams to solve technical challenges, Conduct feasibility studies to identify practical technical routes to market, Document trials and technical learnings for institutional knowledge
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC