Chemical Engineer (China)
China
Fulltime
Are you a passionate Chemical Engineer with a strong background in polymer chemistry, eager to push the boundaries of innovation? As our Chemical Engineer in South China, you will play a key role in eLstar’s global commercial launch, working on cutting-edge technology that makes the world more sustainable, as part of an innovative startup environment bringing a revolutionary product to market. You are the guardian of our core technology, the ink, bridging formulation and final product between South China and our engineering team in Eindhoven.
You have strong knowledge of colloidal chemistry, dispersion, and emulsion development, can quickly identify roadblocks and act, and are able to translate deep chemistry into market-ready solutions. You clearly communicate technical aspects internally and externally, and take full ownership of your lab and results.
- Master the Formula: Design and optimize electrophoretic ink formulations and drive pigment surface engineering to perfection.
- Create the Pathway: Develop and refine synthesis pathways for pigment modification.
- Validate the Science: Plan and execute rigorous electrophoretic ink testing and performance evaluations.
- Set the Standard: Establish and implement SOPs for ink formulation and pigment modification, ensuring quality as we scale.
- Bridge the Teams: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, supervising key projects and ensuring seamless communication between China and Europe.
- Strong background in polymer chemistry
- Experience in colloidal chemistry, dispersion, and emulsion development (bonus: electrophoretic inks)
- Expertise in pigment engineering, ink formulation, and ink characterization (FTIR, GPC/SEC, rheometers, viscometers, TGA, DLS, UV-Vis)
- Experience in lab operations, equipment maintenance, and EHS practices
- Fluent in both Chinese and English
- Currently residing in the South China region
- A proactive problem solver: organized, autonomous, systematic, detail-oriented
- A team player: open-minded and collaborative, but able to work independently
- Highly responsible: strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Travel ready: willing and available to travel when needed
If you are passionate about solving complex chemistry challenges, thrive in a supportive team where motivation and passion drive success, and want to bring cutting-edge smart glass technology to market, this role is for you!
Why join us?
Pure dynamism
Feel the energy, speed, and drive of a true startup in the Brainport region.
Real impact
Work on cutting-edge technology that is making the world a more sustainable place.
Healthy lunch
Fuel your body with sustainable food in our modern canteen.
Hybride workplace
Switch between home, our office in Eindhoven or different hubs.
Our team
A close-knit, motivated, and passionate place where success is celebrated together.
Grow with us
Help us making the world a more sustainable place and we’ll help you.
F.A.Q.
Yes, our head office in Eindhoven is well connected by public transport, with direct train and bus connections to the city center and Eindhoven Airport nearby.
As a fast-growing deep tech company, eLstar Dynamics offers plenty of room to grow. As our Chemical Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to develop your expertise in ink formulation and pigment engineering while playing a key role in bringing our technology to global commercial launch, opening doors to broader technical or leadership responsibilities as the company scales.
This role requires hands-on lab work, ink testing, and equipment operation, so it's based on-site at our South China facility. Given the close collaboration with our Eindhoven engineering team, some flexibility in working hours may be possible to accommodate time zone differences.
Yes, we invest in the growth of our people, including training and development budgets to help you deepen your technical expertise and stay at the forefront of ink and pigment technology.
Very. eLstar Dynamics is pioneering Electrophoretic Light Modulation (ELM) technology with our eclipse™ smart glass, a genuinely new approach to dynamic glazing. As Chemical Engineer, you won't just run tests, you'll help shape a groundbreaking product on its way to global commercial launch.
Interested in this position? But still have questions?
Peter, hiring manager
+31 (0)40 7470123 info@elstar-dynamics.comApply now and help shape the future of smart glass technology!
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