Date: Nov 1, 2021
Job Title
Materials Specialist (Polymer Process Expert)
Job Code
Materials Specialist
Department/ BU
CoE -Research and Development
Location
Navi Mumbai
Reporting To
Lead- Materials Science
Organizational Description
Bajaj Electricals Limited (BEL), a globally renowned and trusted company, with a turnover of ₹4,987 Cr crores (FY 19-20), is a part of "Bajaj Group". Bajaj Electricals’ business includes Consumer Products (Appliances, Fans, Lighting), Exports, Illumination and Transmission & Distribution (Transmission Line and Power Distribution). We also have a strong presence in premium range of home appliances and cookware with brands like Morphy Richards and Nirlep.
We have 18 branch offices across different parts of the country besides being supported by a chain of distributors, authorized dealers, retail outlets and approximately 480 customer care centers. To increase our global footprint, Bajaj Electricals has also set up offices in Africa, Middle East and China.
Bajaj Electricals is driven by Gandhian set of values advocated by our founding father, Shri Jamnalal Bajaj. Our current leaders carry forward this legacy while evolving for the future. “Inspiring Trust”, our tagline, is something that we associate with and try to fulfil in our everyday endeavors. Apart from work, we also believe in bringing about change in our society through our philanthropic work. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives rest on sustainability, gender diversity, employee volunteering and community outreach programs.
Job purpose & Scope
- Systematic experimentation for process optimization at different manufacturing sites
- Carrying out fundamental research programs in Polymer materials (Plastic/ Elastomer/Fiber/ Thermosets) innovation /new materials development and implementation along with new ideas/technology to create a range of products from LED lamps to Appliances, Fans, etc.
- Developing research plans and screening of potential alternative and sustainable raw materials (Plastic/ Elastomer/Fiber) for Home and Kitchen Appliances as well as for lighting segment
- Study the structure –property relationship in Materials- ceramics, plastics, composites, nanomaterials, Elastomer and other substances to create new materials that meet certain mechanical, electrical, and chemical requirements for the BEL products. In addition, develop new ways to use existing materials.
Major Areas of Responsibilities & Authorities
- Technical expertise in all types of plastic injection molds (viz. hot runner, cold runner, three plate, tow plate system)
- Knowledge of SOLID WORKS, AUTO CAD, and AUTODESK MOLD FLOW
- Trouble shooting in injection molding
- Knowledge of Quality Control, Quality Control Tools, KAIZEN, SIX SIGMA, FMEA, Control Plan.
- Investigate materials required for product development, must have knowledge material testing. Run research projects, research on different Material required for product development for Consumer product and Lighting/ Fan
- Plan and carry out specific experiments in the area of Polymer / Elastomer to generate technology solutions choices for BEL products
- Work with project sponsors in developing project scope and criteria, defining the technical problem, and understanding past learning's.
- Plan and evaluate new projects, Collaborate with other engineers and managers as necessary and external research partners academic and Industrial
- Work with suppliers to specify and develop materials
- Participation in Molding Trial, Process optimization and finalization.
- Materials performance, Part Failure Modes and Root Cause Analysis
- Determine causes of product failure and develop ways of overcoming such failure
- Shall be aware of Reliability lab equipment and various reliability tests of materials and electrical and electronic components
- People with inventions or high innovation potential preferred
- Actively contribute to share knowledge and build technical skills for self / team
- Participating and contributing to R&D Communities of Practice
Person Specifications
Essential Qualification: 1. BE/ B. Tech in Chemical Engineering/ Plastic Engineering/ Polymer Sc. and Eng./ Materials Science and Engineering (5 -8 Years of Experience)
2. Diploma in Chemical Engineering/ Plastic Engineering/ Polymer Sc. and Eng./ Materials Science and Engineering (8-10 Years of Experience) CIPET preferred
Desired Qualification: - B.Tech from CIPET preferred
Experience: 5-8 years’ min for BE/ BTECH. 8-10 Years for Diploma
Industry Preference: Materials R&D. Candidate must have Polymer/Plastic Production and Processing background with detailed knowledge on Material formulation/development and application. Candidate from Sabic/ Dow / Dupont/ Reliance or any Polymer Industry/ Polymer Compounding Industry/Polymer Composite Industries with Automotive/ Appliances/ Electrical background and/Basic Knowledge on Plastic/Elastomer processing.