Research Engineer Upstream - Surface & Corrosion

Research Engineer Upstream - Surface & Corrosion
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.
Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
Hydro is committed to leading the way in shaping a sustainable future and in doing so, creating more viable societies by developing natural resources into products and solutions in innovative and efficient ways to industries that matter.
ROLE PURPOSE:
Research Engineer – Surface Treatment & Corrosion

We’re currently looking for a Research Engineer in corrosion of aluminium to be part of our team of material experts.

As a Research Engineer in Hydro Extrusion you will mainly work with corrosion of extruded aluminium alloys often in connection to anodising and polymer coating processes. You will plan, coordinate and execute development projects in the area of surface treatment and corrosion. Project work at Hydro ranges from theoretical studies to practical work in our laboratories as well as supporting implementation in plants. You will support Hydro operating companies and product development with troubleshooting tasks and advice in corrosion and surface treatment area.

The position responsibility covers:
Identify R&D needs within Hydro Extrusion
Responsible for one or more R&D projects including planning, coordination and reporting of results
Support transfer and implementation of R&D results when applicable​
Build up professional networks incl. contacts with Universities/Institutes and external research organizations​


Skills and work experience:
5+ years of work in industrial/applied R&D in corrosion science
Project management skills
Team player
Experience in polymer and coating chemistry is a plus.
Knowledge of physical metallurgy in aluminium alloys is a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills



Work Experience
5+ years of work in industrial/applied R&D in corrosion science



Education
M.Sc / PhD University degree in Corrosion or Materials Science



Language
Fluency in English is mandatory. Any other language is a plus



Skills
Project management skills
Team player
Experience in polymer and coating chemistry is a plus.
Knowledge of physical metallurgy in aluminium alloys is a plus



Vi undanber oss vänligt men bestämt direktkontakt med bemannings- och rekryteringsföretag samt försäljare av ytterligare platsannonser.