Chemical engineer (m/f/d)

• Active involvement in scaling up technical processes to industrial levels, including the definition of technical improvement
• Development and optimization of ceramic process technologies (powder processing, mixing, sintering, hot pressing, machining, etc.) for the production of ceramic products
• Analysis and improvement of process parameters, process stability, and energy efficiency
• Interface between plant engineering, process engineering, automation, and IT
• Documentation and evaluation of test series and operational data for continuous improvement
• Continuous improvement of quality aspects within the manufacturing area (compliance) as well as manufacturing process efficiency
• Responsibility for budget preparation and adherence, ensuring safety aspects, performance indicators, and quality KPIs
• Support in the further development of production technologies and their implementation
• Development of strategies to address current and future production challenges and to achieve company objectives
• Collaboration with equipment suppliers for the joint development of next-generation technologies
• Representation of IKH in the academic world and at research institutes, as well as identification and establishment of suitable partnerships

• Successfully completed degree in Chemical Engineering, Ceramic Engineering, Physical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• Initial practical experience in optimizing high-temperature processes is advantageous, ideally in the field of pyrolysis or the ceramics industry
• Ideally, initial experience in powder conveying and handling or in process technologies for technical ceramics
• Good familiarity with technical ceramic materials is desirable
• Experience in statistical data analysis and experimental design is desirable, as is experience in writing technical reports
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office is an advantage
• Basic understanding of continuous yield improvement and cost reduction
• High level of self-motivation, organizational skills, and ability to work independently
• Team player with strong analytical thinking skills and enthusiasm for innovation
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills

In addition to an attractive remuneration package we offer you a job with excellent creative opportunities in an international business environment.
The working environment is characterized by short communication and decision-making channels and an open corporate culture.