Senior Researcher in Automated Manufacturing of Composites
EUR 30.000 - 50.000
Location: O Porriño
AIMEN is a multi-sector Innovation and Technology Centre that develops R&D&I activities and provides technological services to the industry in the fields of Materials, Advanced Manufacturing processes, Digitalization, and sustainability.
With more than 50 years of experience, our vision is consolidating as an excellent organization in technological innovation at the service of the industry, to contribute to a more sustainable future. We are a team of more than 300 professionals whose high expertise and motivation to achieve a better society through innovation makes it our main asset.
Be part of the Advanced Composites Technology team. The main duties will be:
* Development of R&D Projects in the field of automated manufacturing of polymer composites: work plan and manufacturing campaigns definition, control of experimental tests, results analysis, monitoring reports, deliverables, and presentations.
* Continuous update on the State of the Art related to composites under the R&D projects.
* Active attendance at congresses, conferences, and other scientific and dissemination events.
* Generation of ideas and technical innovations, participation in National and European R&D project proposals: definition of technical approach, objectives, SoA, and work plan.
Minimum Requirements:
* Degree in Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or any other field containing Materials Science and Engineering.
* Master's, PhD, or Postdoctoral experience in composites or Materials Science and Engineering.
* At least 5 years of previous expertise in R&D in composites manufacturing (research centre and/or academic field).
* Deep knowledge/specialization in polymer composites.
* Advanced level of MS Office software and auxiliary management tools.
* Advanced English level with capacity for Project Management of European R&D projects, elaboration of European proposals, Networking, Dissemination, and article writing.
* Availability to travel.
* Driving license and own vehicle.
Desirable Qualifications and Skills:
* Knowledge of automated manufacturing of polymeric matrix composites such as Automated Fiber Placement (AFP), Automated Tape Laying (ATL), or Robotized Additive Manufacturing.
* Composites testing: common techniques and tests (physical, chemical, mechanical, thermal).
* Process monitoring and quality control of composite technologies.
* Knowledge of different R&D calls (National and European), mainly in the Horizon Europe Program.
* Team-working abilities in dynamic and multidisciplinary working environments.
* Advanced organizational skills and a high level of autonomy.
* Commitment and responsibility with an orientation to results.
We offer:
* Working in a multidisciplinary and collaborative environment contributing to your personal development (knowledge and skills).
* Stability and flexible working time; hybrid teleworking model capable of reconciling your personal life.
* Specific Training Plan in the areas of specialization.
* Salary according to professional experience and expertise level.
* Location: O Porriño (located some 25 km from Vigo, excellent communications to Vigo Airport, Santiago, and Porto; and good communication with the AVE train network.)
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