R&D; Lab Technician - 1 Year - Oberwinterthur, Switzerland
**Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation.
Join our general team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.
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Join our Bio-based R&D; team within Chemtech division in Switzerland as R&D; Lab Technician to help us take our Bio-based and Renewable Applications to the next level.
You will actively participate in diverse and exploratory work in the field of R&D; to facilitate the technology development of sustainable processes for bio-based materials processing and production.
Your tasks will include preparation and calibration of analytical instruments, synthesis and characterization of bio-polymers and bio-monomers, lab safety and management, execution of customer trials, and support of internal R&D; projects.
**Your main tasks and responsibilities**:
- **Support lab-scale R&D; Projects**:
- Conduct systematic lab-scale investigations on bio-polymer and bio-monomer synthesis with reactor size up to 5L.
- Assist in sample characterization using standardized measurement methods.
- Present results at group meetings and summarize your work in the form of a report.
- **Support technology transitions from lab-scale to pilot-scale**:
- Assist in setting up and conducting pilot plant trials.
- Provide technical expertise and troubleshoot issues during trials.
- **Support R&D; engineers in the operation of pilot plants for the production of bio-based materials**:
- Participating in continuous trials of the pilot plants, operating in shifts (around 5-10 days per month)
- **Reactors and Equipment Management**:
- Maintain and troubleshoot various machinery and equipment used in bio-based synthesis.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is in its optimal working conditions.
- Assist in the implementation of safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.




- **Warehouse Management**:
- Maintain and troiubleshoot various machinery and equipment used in bio-based synthesis.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is in optimal working conditions.
- Assist in the implementation of safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
**To succeed in this role, you will need**:
- University degree or equivalent higher-level education in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences, or related field.
- Previous experience as a laboratory technician and/or chemical production technician is advantageous.
- Proficiency in using laboratory equipment and analytical instruments such as:
- Chromatography techniques (e.g., GC, GPC, HPLC, +MS).
- Tiration (Karl-Fisher) and other spectroscopio techniques (UV-Vis, FTIR)
- Thermal and rheological properties analysis (e.e. DSC, TGA, MFI, rheometer).
- Experience using lab-scale reactive extruder.
- Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks.
- Team player with an outgoing personality, precise working style, and strong communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in English.
**What we offer you**:
- 1-year fixed-term contract offering a unique opportunity to growth in the bio-based field
- An innovative, vibrant and agile culture where you can contribute to a more sustainable future
- Excellent social benefits (holidays, pension fund etc.)
- Attractive employment conditions
- Access to a wide range of discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment and Lifestyle
No visa or work permit support can be provided for this role.
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We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.
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