Lincoln Chemist

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.Overview:Provide technical support for all aspects of wire and cable design and development including product design, material selection & testing, performance testing & improvements, manufacturability, feasibility, quoting activities, productivity enhancements, manufacturing process & equipment changes, new design changes, and existing product design changes.Proficient in laboratory equipment functions, test procedures, and interpretation of internal & external product specifications.Research, source, evaluate, develop, change, or improve as necessary all polymers and compound formulations to comply with product specifications.Principal Duties/Responsibilities/Qualifications:Responsible for understanding and performing all tasks and responsibilities according to Job Safety Practices (JSP) or other internal or external safety policies and regulatory standards such as OSHA and NFPA.Responsible for safety and housekeeping procedures and for maintaining a safe and clean work environment.Responsible for adhering to all health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations.Develop/create/modify/maintain new and existing compound formulations to satisfy customer requirements, new product development specifications, or cost savings initiatives. Develop and/or modify existing material formulations to achieve annual product cost reductions. Communicate with material suppliers to initiate supplier new product development and cost savings projects; establish list of alternate ingredients; maintain material recipes and mixing process parameters.Identifies, documents, and verifies processing requirements for new materials.Develops necessary documentation for new programs.Investigates, and identifies DTC savings related to materials and/or design of the components used to manufacture products.Prepares and presents technical information and presentations for internal or external customers and managementSupports sales and marketing team with technical discussion and documentation.Communicates with Global R&D team to learn and transfer knowledge.Maintains current knowledge of latest material technology for wire and cable products for potential implementation.Identifies, develops, and integrates strategies to minimize the organizations environmental impact. Promote sustainable policies and practices and develops applications such as less scrap, more environmentally friendly compound recipes and ingredients, better reclaimable or recyclable products, increase water conservation, lower electric & fuel energy consumption, etc.Qualifications:Able to develop and execute a plan as a team leader or team participant. Highly developed team skills, both as a team member and leaderAbility to multi-task and manage competing priorities.Good verbal and written communication skillsStrong team playerDemonstrated ability and initiative to drive changeStrong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skillsAble to learn new ideas, concepts and skills quickly and effectivelyKnowledgeable and audit compliant to the following processes and systems.ISO9001 Quality management systemISO14001 Environmental management systemIAFT16949 Automotive quality management systemAPQP (Advanced Product Quality PlanningDFMEA, PFMEA, FMEA (Design/Potential Failure Mode & Effects Analysis)PPAP (Production Part Approval Process)IMDS (International Material Data System)EducationBachelor of Science Undergraduate Degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or related field. One to three years of experience is desired.Work Environment/Physical Demands:Corrected vision to 20/20 being able to clearly see objects at long or short distances and be able to see details in small objects and read fine printAble to visually distinguish colors accuratelyOccasional manual lifting to 50 poundsFrequent manually push/pull, scoot, slide, rotate or roll product or objects that are medium to large size and of various weights short distances usually on flat surfaces but occasionally on sloped surfaces, in order to place or reposition product or objects.Able to lift and carry by hand various tools, materials, containers usually small to moderate in sizeComply with all PPE(Personal Protective Equipment) requirements for job duties and tasksYour application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at .