Process Development Chemist (Energetic Materials) | Chemiker Verfahrenstechnik (m/w/d) Burbach

Expert Select GmbH

Burbach, Siegerl, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Nov 25, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This critical role in Burbach involves overseeing the chemical aspects of product development within the defense technology industry, focusing specifically on energetic materials. The Process Development Chemist ensures systems are safe, reliable, and meet the highest global standards. Day-to-day tasks include performing compatibility studies of energetic substances, conducting technology scouting for new explosive processing methods (such as casting, pressing, and homogenizing), and optimizing mechanical process engineering techniques. You will plan and execute complex test series for manufacturing plant commissioning, lead projects—especially those focused on obsolescence mitigation—and provide expert chemical guidance to engineering teams. Success requires a Master’s degree in Chemistry, proven experience with energetic materials analysis, and fluency in both German and English, offering a long-term, secure career path within a high-responsibility and innovative environment.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry or comparable field

Experience

  • Professional experience in mechanical process engineering
  • Professional experience in the analysis of energetic materials
  • Experience in planning and conducting trials for manufacturing plant commissioning
  • Experience in leading or contributing to technical projects
  • Demonstrated conceptual strength and structured project leadership ability

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to undertake occasional business travel.