Junior R&D Chemical Engineer - Professional Internship

Company Description

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking, we create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. Our global footprint includes manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, and research and development centers around the world.

https://wireco.com

Job Description

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

Qualifications

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 Information

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