Development Engineer
Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering
In short
Alfa Laval is looking for Development Engineers to join their Membrane R&D team in Nakskov, Denmark. The role involves contributing to the development, execution, and implementation of innovative membrane product development projects from concept to launch. The position is full-time and offers opportunities for growth based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to and take ownership of new technology ideas, product designs, features, materials, and technical solutions.
- Support the development of new products and services from initial concepts to launch.
- Maintain and improve the existing product portfolio, including design changes and risk/impact assessments.
- Plan and follow up on the production of prototypes and samples, as well as laboratory and product testing.
- Collaborate with lab engineers, test engineers, and other stakeholders.
- Provide technical support to internal teams and assist with customer claims and issue resolution.
- Take responsibility for product and component design.
- Present technical solutions and communicate project progress to relevant stakeholders.
- Support supply and purchasing activities, including technical discussions with external suppliers.
- Prepare activity plans, timelines, and budgets for assigned projects and manage delivery within scope, time, and budget.
- Identify, document, and escalate project risks.
- Continuously identify opportunities for product, process, and technology improvements.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Polymer engineering, Chemical engineering, Chemical process engineering or relevant background.
- At least three years of relevant industrial experience, preferably from a membrane R&D or product development environment or similar industry.
- Hands-on experience with roll-to-roll MF/UF/NF/RO membrane development, membrane characterizations, testing, design changes/validation experience is advantageous.
- Strong understanding of phase inversion and/or thin film coatings, relationship between membrane formulations vs process parameters on membrane performance.
- Practical experience or an interest in further developing competence for statistical analysis and/or design of experiments.
- Comfortable coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders while developing project management skills.
- Familiarity with patent and competitor product screening.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
Desired Qualifications
- PhD is an advantage.
- Knowledge of membrane applications in the food and pharmaceutical industries, related regulations are beneficial.
- Danish language skills are an advantage.
Benefits
- Challenging position in an open and friendly environment.
- Opportunities to help each other develop and create value.
- Exposure to different teams.
- Ability to develop technical expertise through practical, cross-functional projects.
- Work that has a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success.
Skills
R&DProduct DevelopmentPolymersThin-film coatingsFormulation developmentPhase inversionDesign of experimentsProject managementStatistical analysisEnglish
#Development Engineer#Membrane R&D#Product Development#Nakskov#Søborg#Full time
About Alfa Laval
Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success,…
Company
Alfa LavalJob Posted
2 days ago
Expires
in 2 weeks
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Nakskov, Denmark
Søborg, Denmark
Qualification
Master, Doctoral
Applicants
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