R&D Dyeing Engineer
- Catégorie: Chimie / Bio / Pharma
- Type de contrat: Permanent
- Localisation: Fribourg, Suisse
- Niveau de formation: Master/ingénieur
- Expérience/Années: + 2 years
Mission
Collaborate with the Sales and Automotive Customer Support teams to understand customer requirements, technical expectations, and application needs.
Select suitable technologies, treatments, and colours based on customer requirements, including colour accuracy, UV resistance, durability, and compatibility with different polymer matrices and composite manufacturing processes.
Prepare clear technical requirements and specifications for samples, prototypes, and development trials.
Coordinate with suppliers to ensure that samples and prototypes meet the defined requirements and are delivered within the agreed timelines.
Conduct internal sampling and development activities in the company’s dyeing laboratory.
Support industrialisation activities in close collaboration with other members of the R&D team and relevant internal stakeholders.
Define specifications and quality requirements for serial production.
Provide on-site technical support to suppliers to establish reliable and repeatable processes, including the execution of process capability studies.
Work with the R&D team to investigate the relationships between raw materials, dyeing processes, composite manufacturing processes, and the resulting colour performance, including colour stability and resistance to colour change.
Contribute to the development of new colours, the improvement of process reliability, and the reduction of the environmental and economic impact of dyeing processes.
PROFIL
Degree in Textile Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
Strong knowledge of textile treatments, dyeing, and finishing processes
2 to 5 years of experience with natural fibres, yarns, and composite materials is an advantage
Fluency in English is required; German, French, or Italian would be a strong advantage, and any additional language is a plus
Ability to work autonomously while proactively sharing relevant information with the team
Structured and organised approach, with the ability to manage multiple projects and customers simultaneously
Ability to establish, optimise, and continuously improve processes
Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset when supporting customers and internal stakeholders
Willingness to travel as required