R&D Intumescent & Process Specialist

Summary

Etex is an international leader in sustainable construction, driven a passion for excellence, but it’s our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnership and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities.

Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow and lead?

Etex are seeking a R&D Intumescent & Process Specialist to join the R&D Department of Promat Italy, based in Filago Plant (BG).

What you'll do

As Teammate of Promat Italy, you will lead research and development initiatives to design new products and systems, as well as improve and adapt existing technologies within the intumescent portfolio. You will take full ownership of a product portfolio focused on intumescent lamination, extrusion, and injection molding. Additionally, you will act as a key technical reference, providing expert support to both internal stakeholders (including Quality Control, production sites in Italy and Europe, and other business units) and external customers.

1. Product Development & Innovation
   Conduct patent and literature reviews to define project scopes and problem statements.
   Develop project plans, test formulations on a lab scale, and extrapolate them to production processes.
   Design, monitor, and analyze fire test programs to meet high-standard building and industry requirements.
   Source new raw materials to enhance product performance, lower costs, and reduce the CO2 footprint.
   Collaborate with internal experts, operations, universities, suppliers, and external partners.
   Train stakeholders on technologies/product performance and support grant and patent applications.

2. Project & Portfolio Management
   Lead projects by defining scope with sponsors, conducting risk analyses, and preparing decision meetings.
   Manage project databases and development plans in alignment with company project management standards.
   Coordinate and delegate tasks within the team, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget.
   Report progress clearly to stakeholders and proactively provide mitigation plans for potential delays.
   Oversee laboratory management, including equipment and personnel coordination.

3. Technical Assistance & Support
   Clarify and define technical requests from internal and external stakeholders.
   Oversee material technology and performance for the assigned portfolio (Intumescent, lamination, extrusion, injection molding).
   Define, perform, or commission specific analyses and tests.
   Evaluate test results and deliver conclusive technical reports to Quality Control (QC), production sites, and business units.

4. Safety & Environmental Compliance
   Report hazardous situations, accidents, or safety system failures and participate in investigations.
   Properly utilize laboratory materials, work equipment, hazardous products, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
   Actively contribute to prevention and environmental policies, maintaining compliance with corporate standards.

What you'll bring

Master of science (e.g. in material engineering, civil engineering, mechanical engineering)
3-5 years in a similar role
English language proficiency at B2 level (required) – confident communication in an international environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to use ERP systems (experience with SAP is a plus).
Very good knowledge on modelling related to building materials & systems and validation of it with test data.
Very good knowledge on Artificial Intelligence 
Good knowledge on behaviour of building materials and building performances
Excellent organizational skills – task prioritization, independence, and a sense of responsibility.
Very good communication and interpersonal skills – ease of building good relationships, politeness, professional conduct.
Ability and willingness to work with people – teamwork within an international and cross-functional environment.
Flexibility and adaptability to changing conditions.
Openness to learning and personal development.
High work ethic, commitment to Etex values, safe workplace behaviors, and sustainability focus.

Why join us?

At Etex we believe that it's not about who I report to, or who reports to me. It's about who I can help and who can help me. You'll be a valued member of the R&D based in Filago, Italy and you'll have regular connections with the plant (QC-operators), Product Managers, Head of R&D PFP & HTI, Head process innovation pole and ITC experts. 

We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!

Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.

Our ‘Road to Sustainability 2030’ is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions

We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.