Chemical Engineer

CHEMICAL ENGINEER

Help us develop cleaner, high-performance braking solutions

Would you like to join the world’s leading supplier of industrial braking solutions? Svendborg Brakes is looking for a skilled and motivated Chemical Engineer to join our Application Department. You will help develop organic brake pads and contribute to cleaner, safer and more reliable braking solutions. You do not need to be a brake-pad expert today, but you should be eager to develop your knowledge in this field.

Key responsibilities

• Develop new friction materials for a wide range of applications.
• Lead technical discussions with suppliers and customers.
• Evaluate new raw materials and manufacturing processes against friction-performance requirements.
• Identify brake-pad components with a focus on environmental impact and regulatory compliance.
• Document components in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop test methods for new friction materials in cooperation with Test Center personnel.
• Prepare work instructions and production recipes for brake-pad manufacturing.
• Take a hands-on role in pilot production and support the transfer to full-scale production.
• Prepare reports and statistical analyses of particles and fumes generated during braking-system use.

Qualifications

• A degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science or a related field.
• Experience with material formulation is an advantage.
• Knowledge of rubber technology, plastics and inorganic materials.
• Knowledge of hazardous and restricted chemicals, including REACH requirements.
• Experience with product and environmental documentation, such as safety data sheets, is an advantage.
• Knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Experience working within an ISO- or TS-based quality management system.
• Fluent spoken and written English. Danish or another language is an advantage.

Personal qualities

• Positive, persistent and open-minded.
• Proactive and able to turn ideas into action.
• Professional and comfortable working with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Practical, curious and motivated by technical problem-solving.

What we offer

• An exciting and independent role with varied responsibilities and testing activities in our expanded Test Center.
• An informal and collaborative working environment with strong opportunities for knowledge sharing.
• Good opportunities for personal and professional development.
• A competitive salary based on qualifications, pension, health insurance and an attractive canteen scheme.

Interested?

For further information, please contact Head of Test Center, Esben Rasmussen by telephone on +45 63 25 54 93.

If this position interests you, please submit your application and detailed CV through the application link as soon as possible.

Learn more at www.svendborg-brakes.com.

Svendborg Brakes creates high growth for both customers and us by innovating, testing and delivering world-class braking solutions. We are value driven and customer focused, and we continuously strive for superior and unmatched quality in design, products, testing, certification and services. This makes us Global Leading Experts and the preferred and trusted provider in the field of intelligent braking solutions. Part of the Regal Rexnord Group www.regalrexnord.com.