CHEMICAL LABORATORY ENGINEER

RINA is currently recruiting for a CHEMICAL LABORATORY ENGINEER to join its office in La Spezia within the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Division.

Mission

RINA Consulting S.p.A. is seeking a Chemical Laboratory Engineer to play a pivotal role in the development of Space & Defense projects in La Spezia. As a valued team member, you will have the opportunity to oversee and manage various projects in an innovative and dynamic work environment, contributing to cutting-edge advancements in ceramic materials and their practical applications.

In this role, you will be an integral part of a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of laser technology, developing advanced solutions that have a significant impact on the industry and beyond.

Key Accountabilities

As a Chemical Laboratory Engineer at RINA Consulting S.p.A., you will have a diverse range of key accountabilities that will drive the success of the projects:

• Conducting detailed bibliographic research to identify the most promising ceramic compositions and synthesis methodologies.
• Performing screening of commercial powders to assess their suitability for specific applications.
• Characterizing powders through various techniques such as DSC-TGA, XRD, SEM, FT-IR, and particle size analysis.
• Implementing thermo-mechanical treatments to optimize powder distribution.
• Engaging in process engineering and scale-up activities to ensure project success.
• Developing innovative techniques for dopant insertion into ceramic matrices.
• Analyzing and interpreting results to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Education

Master’s Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.

Qualifications

To qualify for the position of Chemical Laboratory Engineer at RINA Consulting S.p.A., candidates should meet the following qualifications:

• Hold a Master's Degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, or a related field.
• Have a minimum of one year of experience in academic or private laboratories in the R&T sector.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Possess a good command of the English language.
• Be willing to travel internationally to support project requirements.

Preferential Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge of Matlab software for enhanced data analysis.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as DSC/TGA, XRD, SEM, FT-IR, particle size, and thermal conductivity.
• Understanding of ceramic materials and their properties.

Competencies

• ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way.
• BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships across departments and outside the organization.
• CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction.
• EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity.
• MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources, and constraints.
• MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognize one's and others' emotions and express and regulate one's reactions.
• PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances.
• PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model.
• THINK FORWARD - Capitalize on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future.

With over 5,800 employees and 200 offices in 70 countries worldwide, RINA is a multinational player which provides certification, marine classification, product testing, site supervision and vendor inspection, training and engineering consultancy services across a wide range of sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion. The aim is to guarantee a project’s technical, environmental and safety - and sometimes also economic and financial - sustainability.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant with the Italian Law n. 68/99.