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Vacancy: Senior Research Engineer

Would you like to work on the latest generation of composites and combine research with application development in a close relation with industry? Then the TPRC might be the right place for you.

Job description

You will work in various projects that involve the development of thermoplastic composites processing technologies for our industrial partners. These projects usually require experimental research using our well-equipped laboratory combined with modelling and design. In your role, you will act both as a specialist and as a project manager.

Your profile

  • A PhD or Master degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science or an equivalent study;
  • A teammate experienced with the management of projects within the composites manufacturing industry;
  • Ability to implement academic knowledge in engineering solutions;
  • Knowledge of (thermoplastic) composite properties and production processes involved;
  • Experience with the manufacturing and testing of composite parts, with a hands-on mentality;
  • Proactively seeking collaboration with partners, suppliers and other research institutes;
  • Affinity with giving presentations, workshops and training to industrial partners;
  • Good interpersonal skills, proficient English in word and writing;
  • EU citizenship required.

Our offers

We offer an exciting position in a dynamic and international environment with a growing team of enthusiastic colleagues. At the TPRC, you will find yourself working on industrial topics using TPRC’s scientific background, modelling tools and fully equipped laboratory. Our conditions:

  • A position for 32 – 40 hours/week for 1 year, with the prospect of a permanent position after a positive evaluation;
  • A high degree of responsibility and independence combined with team work;
  • The freedom to become an expert in a rapidly growing market by learning on the job;
  • Professional and personal development programs;
  • A competitive salary based on your experience and education;
  • A holiday allowance, year-end bonus and excellent secondary conditions in terms of holidays and pension package;
  • A family-friendly center that offers flexibility, parental leave (both paid and unpaid) and career support for partners.

About TPRC

TPRC is a research center based on a consortium of industrial and academic partners active in the thermoplastic composites industry. We believe in thermoplastic composites as the material for lightweight manufacturing of high-performance structures such as aircraft. Our primary aim is to enable a more widespread use of thermoplastic composites by eliminating technological barriers.

Application form

Do you think that you can make a valuable contribution to the research of thermoplastic composites and would you like to be part of an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team of researchers and experts from the industry? Apply and send us your CV and motivation with the form below.

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