Junior R&D Chemical Engineer - Professional Internship

Description of Activities

Activities will be carried out within the Innovation Department. The trainee will join a team of eight R&D Engineers primarily focused on product development. The program will provide a comprehensive understanding of the sector and department, with a focus on synthetic yarns and tapes.

All necessary logistical and environmental conditions will be ensured to support learning and performance. The trainee will gain exposure to multiple aspects of industrial R&D, with continuous support from a senior professional.

The Chemical Engineer must exhibit the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):

• Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength
• Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
• Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
• Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
• Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
• Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
• Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo

Main Activities

• Use company tools and resources to support and suggest improvements in product development planning
• Interpret customer requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Prepare technical specifications and data to support marketing materials and manuals
• Learn and apply quality-related requirements and support sales and marketing teams
• Support the team in executing product development projects
• Prepare and archive progress and final project reports
• Draft new specifications in accordance with standards
• Monitor tests, trials, and R&D production
• Work in manufacturing environments when required
• Organize and control project documentation
• Perform additional tasks within the Synthetics Innovation Department as needed

Technical and Professional Skills

• Strong theoretical knowledge in engineering
• Ability to interpret and draft technical specifications
• Digital literacy
• Fluency in English

Soft Skills

• Strong organizational skills, versatility, and ability to prioritize
• Flexibility and adaptability to change
• Tact and diplomacy when interacting across all organizational levels
• Ability to work autonomously and plan tasks independently
• Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality
• Results- and deadline-oriented mindset

Requirements:

Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Registration with IEFP (Portuguese Employment and Vocational Training Institute)

Additional Requirements

• Availability for occasional travel within the Northern region of the country

What We Offer

• Excellent work environment
• Opportunity to work in a market-leading company