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All about the role:

We are looking for a Laboratory Engineer for the Chemical & Soiling team, to take part of the development of new Dishwasher products at global level for the Care R&D organization. This individual, proactive and innovative by nature, with operative attitude, will be in charge to:

• deeper investigate the chemical aspects of washing and/or drying processes;
• define test plan based on analytic problem analysis and to execute them according to related deadlines, prepare test reports to document activities;
• monitor water quality and chemical products within lab environment.

Preferable, this person has expertise in detergent chemistry and formulation, perfumes and related delivery systems, bleach and oxidation chemistry, polymers, and surfactants in washing process.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee the operational functionality of the water system, identifying performance gaps and recommending improvements in alignment with organizational objectives and in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
• Conduct analysis, monitoring, and adjustment of water quality parameters, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standard and internal requirements.
• Manage and maintain the Chemical Laboratory, including laboratory equipment and instruments, inventory control of consumables and chemical products, proper documentation and updating of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ensuring a safe and compliant laboratory environment.
• Preparation and execution of laboratory activities related to the evaluation of dishwasher performance with a special focus on detergent chemistry and formulation.
• Understanding of standard and customized testing procedures, timelines and deliverables related to assigned activities related to chemical area.
• Deep understanding of washing and drying physic-chemical process aspect, with focus on detergent and chemical additives action on Dishwashers.
• Test plan definition and setup according to target component/system and expected results. Definition of novel test practices upon need. Data analysis, test report preparation and release.
• Drive the evaluation and introduction of new technologies in cooperation with the relevant departments, Universities, Test Institutes and Relevant Partners.
• Understanding of product technical specifications; support the introduction of new technologies in cooperation with the relevant departments.
• Integration and coordination of inputs coming from other teams (e.g. Hydraulics, Mechanical, Software, Functional) to support appliance functionality development.
• Demonstrate creative ability; exhibits appropriate professional behaviour including positive attitude, sense of urgency, independent judgment, teamwork, creative thinking and personal integrity to achieve department/corporate goals and objectives

Qualifications:

• Education: preferred Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Chemical Engineering (3-5 years).
• Preferred expertise in fabric detergent chemistry and formulation, perfumes and related delivery systems, bleach and oxidation chemistry, polymers, and surfactants.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, data acquisitions system, testing procedures and evaluations of results.
• Knowledge of statistical methods and tools.
• Ability to work in a matrix organization, building strong and valid relationships with all the functions in the organization.
• Experience: basic experience in R&D lab environment.
• Fluent English with efficient communication skills, including recording and presenting test output.
• Laboratory testing plan, design and execution – Medium/Advanced with at least basic knowledge for statistical approach (DOE) on testing methodologies.
• IT skills – Basic/Medium on software programming, Advanced on common Windows applications.
• Positive thinking, Open-minded and Proactivity.
• Basic knowledge of REACH regulation.
• Problem-solving, team oriented and with a result driven approach.

Where you’ll be:

You will be based at Electrolux office in Zarow (Poland) within the development team, along with different colleagues from different R&D labs and development teams.

Benefit highlights include:

• Benefits basket: LUX MED medical package or Worksmile top-up
• Electrolux Product Discounts
• Group insurance with Warta – preferential prices for Electrolux employees
• Subsidy on snacks, meals, and drinks from vending machines in the factory
• Social Benefits Fund (ZFŚS)

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please apply through the following link: Chemical Engineer

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