Scientific Expert Polymers (m/f/d) | HVDC Insulation Systems | Electrification & Power Cables

About the role

Location: At any of our Innovation Centers in Austria - Linz, Finland - Porvoo but preferably in Sweden - Stenungsund

Hours: Full-Time

Type of Contract: Permanent

Make Science Real!

Do you have deep understanding in polymer chemistry, structures, thermodynamics, and the influence it has on today’s high voltage cable insulation systems? Do you want to help shape the next generation of polymeric materials that will power the world’s electrification? If so, YOU may be exactly the talent we are looking for to join our R&D community.

Our R&D is organized into different competence centers spread across three European Innovation Centers. Several hundred scientists, experts, technicians and engineers work together on innovation projects to shape our future products. We are a multicultural and a diverse team that values an open, inclusive and respectful culture. Together, we embody our company values "we care - we're curious - we progress".

This role belongs to the competence center “Energy & HPPE Applications”. We know that energy transmission & electrification are the future, which makes this area a key strategic priority for Borealis. Numerous Energy Scientists and Experts constantly collaborate and share their expertise to push boundaries and make our materials fit for future demands and applications such as HVDC and UHVDC. Lower energy losses, transmitting power over longer distances, higher operating temperatures – there is so much to discover and accomplish, and we hope you are up for the challenge!

In more detail, you will:

• Facilitate and coordinate research, technology and application development in line with our innovation objectives, with a specific focus on insulation and semicon materials for HVDC and AC power cables
• Participate in R&D projects, collaborate with different scientists and drive the development of new polymers and compounds within the Energy sector
• Work closely with the lab and testing teams in our inhouse testing facilities
• Connect with our commercial team and contribute your expertise along the whole value chain
• Collaborate with external networks and partners (e.g. academia, conferences, forums)
• Potentially be involved in standardization bodies and certification
• Lead and/or support full IPR coverage of our innovations in close cooperation with Borealis IPR specialists, Patent Portfolio Owners and others
• Follow high scientific and safety standards in your daily work

About you

• PhD or Master's degree in Polymer Science/Engineering, Polymer Physics, Polymer Chemistry, High Voltage engineering or similar
• Proven experience in testing and polymer properties for HVDC power cable applications, acquired over many years in the cable industry
• Written and spoken communication skills in English

As a person, you are passionate about research and product development. You have a drive to constantly develop and improve. You are goal-oriented, flexible and comfortable with driving own initiatives. You have analytical and conceptual ways of thinking and a concern for order and quality. Respectful teamwork across borders is a key factor in your work, both in internal and external networks.

Our offer

Borealis has competitive compensation and benefits which you can read more about on our Career Page.

Your salary package will reflect your profile, experience and the specifics of the country/location you apply for.

Should you join us in one of our Austrian locations and according to Austrian law , we offer compensation based on the collective labor agreement starting at EUR 78.384,- annual gross salary (based on 38 hrs/week) plus a yearly bonus, and are willing to pay more based on your experience and background.

Application Process

If you're excited about the prospect of joining our team and being a part of Making It Real, please submit your application via the “apply now” button in the job posting to apply directly.

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If you have any questions, please contact Renate Ewinger, renate.ewinger@borealisgroup.com.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy for further applications when we have received sufficient applications that meet the advertised requirements and will contact you as soon as screening is closed.

At Borealis, we are committed to an equal recruitment process. We value diversity, and all applicants & employees are treated fairly and equally. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination based on factors such as age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Borealis only accepts candidate resumes from recruiters or recruiting agencies if they have been explicitly commissioned by Borealis for a specific recruitment and if the data is provided to us in line with the General Data Protection Regulation. Borealis will not accept or pay fees for candidate resumes of any form or kind that were sent unsolicited to either HR or directly to our hiring managers.