Material Development Technician

Il y a 2 mois


Montargis, Centre-Val de Loire, France Hutchinson Temps plein
About the Role

Hutchinson is a leading manufacturer of illuminated human-machine interfaces, control boxes, and vibration attenuation systems, requiring expertise in mechanical, electronic, computer, and photometric fields.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist project managers in researching and developing materials
  • Participate in studies on material formulation and mixing processes
  • Search for technical data in academic literature and supplier documentation
  • Propose formulations to achieve set objectives
  • Prepare rubber mixes (NR, EPDM, VMQ, etc.)
  • Develop and adapt mixing and molding procedures
  • Characterize materials according to project specifications
  • Perform specific tests related to each project (adhesion, dynamic properties, fatigue resistance)
  • Write test reports and summaries
  • Present results to management and propose areas for improvement
  • Follow up on the creation of necessary tools and equipment
  • Participate in hygiene and safety processes
  • Record used chemicals
  • Conduct chemical risk assessments (Eval'Chim) for products
Requirements
  • Competence in Chemistry or Formulation
  • Desirable: Higher Technical Diploma (DUT, BTS, or professional license) in Materials Chemistry or Rubber Science
  • Desirable: Skills in polymer material characterization
  • Ability to work in a research center environment, with a natural curiosity and inclination towards innovation
  • Proficiency in office software and aptitude for rubber mixing and molding