Airborne Composite Tubulars designs and manufactures the world’s most advanced composite pipe systems for the offshore Oil & Gas industry. Our brand-new, world-scale manufacturing facility in IJmuiden, The Netherlands, will enable us to meet the fast growing demands of our global customer base and offers room for further expansion.
Our unique and proprietary technology is a key enabler for complex on- and offshore applications. It allows our clients to develop fields in deeper waters and significantly reduce time and costs for well intervention and operation in the most aggressive and demanding environments. Our client base consists of almost all major oil companies, service companies and leading contractors, and covers all regions of the world.
Our mission is to unconditionally provide our customers in the offshore Oil & Gas industry with premier composite pipe systems and become the global market leader. We strive to deliver complete customer satisfaction through know-how, excellence, commitment, transparency, loyalty, discretion and team work.
We need to significantly expand our highly motivated team of professionals. We are looking for talented people who want to work in a fast growing company, have energy, passion and commitment. Strong communicators who take responsibility, thrive on organising their own work, and understand how to operate in a winning team. People who can make a difference, and want to be part of the legacy that Airborne is currently creating.Due to our continued growth, we have a vacancy for a
Specialist Engineering Polymers
As polymer specialist you are part of the process engineering team, that is responsible for development and improvement of thermoplastic composite production processes and products. You contribute specific polymer knowledge and drive polymer development projects in the field of polymer processing as well as performance of polymers in service. You are an experimental researcher, capable of leading new developments as well as supporting and improving existing processes.
You have a scientific perspective and a drive to deliver results, with experience in working in a commercial enterprise. This includes writing proposals, generating and analysing results, reviewing progress and reporting. You have a network in polymer science or can generate this through collaboration with universities, research institutes and suppliers. You keep your knowledge up-to-date, of the relevant scientific and technical literature on engineering polymers, to ensure these can and will be incorporated in internal development programs.
The job profile requires taking responsibility and initiative, team spirit, discipline, accuracy, and effective communication skills. You are experienced in and comfortable with acting independently, in alignment with team objectives.
You work in the Technology department and report to the Technology Manager. Your interfaces are within Technology, with Productionline Engineering and Manufacturing, and with the research specialists from the Airborne Technology Centre. Also your expertise will be deployed in commercial projects or other business opportunities.
Education:
Academic level in technical education such as Chemistry, Polymer or related subject areas.
Experience:
At least 3 years experience with polymers in research institutes or companies. Experience with fibre reinforced polymer (composites) and polymer production processes would be an advantage.
Competencies:
Broad knowledge of polymer science. Fluent in English (written and spoken). Proficient in computer applications.
We offer a demanding position in an open, fast-growing and highly innovative company, with an attractive remuneration package. You will work in a challenging environment with enthusiastic and diverse colleagues, and be part of a unique growth story.
In case you require more information, please contact Jens de Kanter, Technology Manager, +31 (0)70 3017400. Please send your application letter and CV, in English, to
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No third parties applications are appreciated.
Airborne Composite Tubulars is part of Airborne International – the future in composites. Visit us at www.airborneinternational.com