Materials & Chemical Engineer (f/m/d)

VRI Composites Deutschland GmbH is part of The Gund Company, a global manufacturer of engineered electrical insulation materials, composite components, and precision-machined parts. At our facility in Augsburg, Germany, we develop and manufacture high-performance composite solutions for demanding industrial applications worldwide.

We are seeking a hands-on Materials & Chemical Engineer (f/m/d) to join our composites team in Augsburg. This role supports material development, process improvement, equipment implementation, and technical problem-solving for advanced thermoset composite manufacturing.

This is an opportunity for an engineer who enjoys manufacturing, chemistry, materials science, and practical problem-solving while making a visible impact in a global company with a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture.

Tasks

• Serve as a technical resource for composite materials, thermoset formulations, and manufacturing processes.
• Develop and adjust formulations to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Research, develop, qualify, and improve new materials, products, and process controls.
• Lead problem-solving efforts for material, chemical, and process-related issues.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, sales, and global teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, FMEA, Control Plans, and A3 project methods.
• Support capital equipment projects, including specifications, statements of work, supplier proposals, installation, and launch.

Profile

• Valid German residency and work authorization required; visa sponsorship is not provided.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.