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Senior Additive Manufacturing Researcher

On-site in O Porriño·Added 25 days ago

AIMEN Centro Tecnológico

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Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    AIMEN Centro Tecnológico doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in O Porriño

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • University degree

    “Titulación en Ingeniería de Materiales, Ingeniería Mecánica o Ingeniería Industrial, con especialización en Química, Física o cualquier otra disciplina que incluya formación en materiales poliméricos y compuestos.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Be part of a solid and highly prestigious organization, with more than 290 specialized professionals, in constant development and introduced in the main industrial sectors (Automotive, Aeronautical, Energy, Metalworking, Naval, or Environment).
  • Work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment that will help you develop new knowledge and skills.
  • Immediate start.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Training Plan in the areas of specialization.
  • Remuneration according to demonstrated merit.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Demonstrable experience in thermoplastic polymers and composite materials, with deep knowledge of their properties, manufacturing processes, and characterization techniques (mechanical, thermal, physical, and physico-chemical testing).
  • Knowledge of additive manufacturing technologies applied to polymers and materials
  • Knowledge of different R&D calls (national and, especially, European programs).
  • Experience in large-scale and collaborative international R&D projects.
  • Advanced level of English,
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice to have

  • Experience in the preparation of European project proposals (Horizon Europe, Clean Aviation, Eurostars, etc.).
  • Knowledge of European networks and extensive experience in materials and processing.
  • Knowledge of digitalization, automation, and robotics applied to the manufacturing of polymers and composite materials.
  • Experience in design, computational modeling, and simulation of composite materials.

Education & certifications

  • Degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering, with a specialization in Chemistry, Physics, or any other discipline that includes training in polymeric and composite materials.

The role

SR Polymer and Composite Materials Additive Manufacturing Researcher

[Ref.: 02 07/26]

What you'll do

As part of the Advanced Composites Technologies Unit, your tasks will be:

  • Lead R&D projects in the field of additive manufacturing of polymers and composite materials: definition of experimental and scaling plans, monitoring of manufacturing campaigns, characterization and testing, analysis of results, coordination of personnel and resources, writing of technical reports, definition of risk mitigation plans, etc.
  • Continuous updating of the state of the art related to polymers and composite materials applied to additive manufacturing processes (mainly FFF/FDM, high performance, continuous fiber reinforced composite materials, bio-based materials, integrated heating systems, etc.).
  • Attendance at conferences and participation in dissemination activities.
  • Collaboration in the preparation of national and European project proposals: definition of technical objectives, work planning, and searching for partners.
  • Collaboration in the definition of the strategy for the Composite Materials Additive Manufacturing group

Hiring process

  • Interested persons must complete the form and attach their C.V. (CV_Surname1_Surname2_Name.pdf) through our website: www.aimen.es

About AIMEN Centro Tecnológico

AIMEN is a private, non-profit technology center based in Galicia, Spain, founded in 1967. It specializes in R&D+i and provides advanced technological services to industry, focusing on materials, advanced manufacturing, laser technologies, robotics, digitalization, and sustainability. With state-of-the-art facilities and a multi-sectoral approach, AIMEN supports industrial competitiveness through innovation and specialized training.

Industry
Research
Founded
1967
Employees
unknown
Headquarters
O Porriño, Spain
In Spain
O Porriño
Website
aimen.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • AIMEN is based in O Porriño (Pontevedra), Galicia, a region in northwestern Spain with a strong industrial tradition.
  • The center offers specialized training programs and courses for industrial professionals, which may be relevant for skill development.
  • AIMEN's work spans multiple sectors, including automotive, metal mechanics, and advanced manufacturing, offering diverse project opportunities.
  • The organization is a non-profit association, which may influence its work culture and mission-driven approach.
  • Galicia offers a lower cost of living compared to major Spanish cities like Madrid or Barcelona, which may be attractive for relocating professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

AIMEN is a multisectoral Innovation and Technology Center that develops R&D+i activities, providing technological services to industry in the fields of materials, advanced manufacturing processes, digitalization, and sustainability.

With a trajectory of more than 55 years, our vision is to consolidate ourselves as an excellent organization in technological innovation at the service of industry, to contribute to a more sustainable future. We have a team of more than 300 professionals whose great experience and motivation to achieve a better society through innovation make them our main asset.

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