Plastics Laboratory Quality Specialist (m/f/d)

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For our location in Heidelberg we are looking for a co-worker "Plastics Laboratory Quality Specialist (m/f/d)" as soon as possible. Do you already have experience in the processing and application of polyamides and common plastic materials in electrical engineering? Do you have analytical vision and a strong sense of quality? Then apply and become part of our team!

Your responsibilities

• Proposing and selecting plastic materials during the development of new products
• Approval of plastic materials and the corresponding suppliers including expert auditor
• Analysis and evaluation of plastic materials in the context of release, optimization or failure analysis
• Accompanying during D-/P-FMEAs
• Ensuring the conformity of the applied materials according to the relevant regulations such as RoHS, REACH, etc. during the product life cycle
• Market analysis of potential alternative plastic materials
• Management and further development of the testing systems in the plastics laboratory
• Ensuring the relevant safety requirements in the plastics laboratory are in place
• Interdepartmental support towards purchasing, R&D, industrial engineering, quality, production, product management and standards committees department
• Detailed quality acceptance of production and testing equipment

Your background

• Successful (technical) university studies in the field of plastics technology
• Knowledge and experience in the processing and application of polyamides and common plastic materials in electrical engineering
• Knowledge of technical relevant standards such as IEC 60947, IEC 60898, UL489, UL94, etc.
• Professional experience in plastics analysis methods such as FT-IR, DSC, glow wire, etc.
• Knowledge in mold design as well as mold flow analysis
• Very good written and spoken German and English
• Strong sense of responsibility, quality and cost awareness
• Analytical vision, a methodical working style and willingness to travel on business trips

Benefits

• Retirement plan
• Flexible work practices
• Paid and Unpaid leave opportunities
• Canteen
• Wellbeing program

More about us

ABB Electrification is electrifying the world in a safe, smart and sustainable way and is the technology leader in power distribution and management from source to socket. As the world’s demand for electricity grows, our more than 50,000 employees in 100 countries are working with customers and partners to transform the way people connect, live and work. We develop innovative products, solutions and digital technologies that enable energy efficiency and a low-carbon society across all sectors. By combining local expertise with global application,we shape and support global trends, deliver best performance for our customers, and foster a sustainable future for society. go.abb/electrification ABB Smart Buildings digitizes commercial, industrial and residential buildings for maximum comfort, efficiency, safety and security - enhancing the quality of life in buildings of the future through safe, smart and sustainable electrification solutions, services and products. We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. ABB is able to offer you an interesting role within a highly motivated team, together with open communication structures. On the basis of a personal, practice-oriented induction programme, you will be given the opportunity to acquire the confidence needed to work independently and self-reliantly within your assigned area. Even after the joining phase, ABB offers a wide range of individual career development opportunities and supports you in realising your career goals with targeted training measures. At ABB you will find an attractive working environment in all phases of life - including policies for sabbaticals and home office, the ABB children’s vacation camp and taking care of family members. Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool. ABB AG Your contact is: ABB PersonalDirekt +49 (0) 621 381 3500 ABB Data Privacy Statement: https://new.abb.com/privacy-notice/candidate #LI-hybrid