Materials Engineer - Plastics Technology | Werkstoffingenieur Kunststofftechnik (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Wuppertal

Wuppertal, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Apr 3, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Materials Engineer specializing in plastics, you will be responsible for the development and optimization of polymer materials for various technical applications. Your daily tasks involve selecting and evaluating suitable plastics for specific products and components, conducting rigorous material testing, and performing damage analysis and service life assessments. You will act as a technical expert within interdisciplinary teams, collaborating both locally and internationally to drive innovation. A significant part of this role involves supporting the implementation of sustainability strategies from a materials science perspective. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys technical problem-solving and wants to work for a major technology service provider like FERCHAU, which offers a collaborative environment, comprehensive benefits such as company pension schemes, and a strong focus on professional networking and team spirit.

Required Skills

Education

Completed degree in Materials Science, Plastics Engineering, or a comparable field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the development and optimization of plastic materials
  • Experience in selecting and evaluating plastics for technical components
  • Practical experience with common testing and analysis methods such as DSC and TGA
  • Experience working in interdisciplinary and international team environments

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Reference number: VA76-00641-W.