R&D/TS&D Technician

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we're passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We're a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you're looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you're in the right place.

About You And This Role
As a
R&D/
TS&D Lab Technician
in Mobility and Transportation Electronics, you will be based in
Wiesbaden, Germany
, contributing to Dow's mission to enhance the reliability, performance, and sustainability of transportation and industrial applications. You'll be part of a team that leverages silicone-based materials to deliver advanced solutions for airbags, seals, battery safety, lighting, and more ensuring safety and environmental responsibility.

Your role bridges technical expertise and customer needs, supporting product development and application innovation aligned with Dow's commercial strategy.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive Dow's digital transformation.
• Support projects addressing chemical, material, and industrial challenges through applied and fundamental research.
• Provide experimental data to demonstrate differentiated technical solutions.
• Contribute to product and process development, operational improvements, and supply chain optimization.
• Apply scientific methods and multidisciplinary approaches to solve technical problems.
• Use experimental design and modeling tools to understand structure-process-property relationships.
• Develop and document new methodologies for simulation, characterization, and optimization in proprietary research reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science, or a related field.
• Demonstrated success in managing technical projects.
• Fluent in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in French, German, or another European language.
• Experience with mechanical testing in accordance with international standards.

Your Skills

• Strong understanding of chemical, polymer, and material properties, as well as manufacturing and supply chain processes.
• Awareness of machine learning applications in industrial settings.
• Ability to manage confidential information and system access responsibly.
• High business acumen with proven stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Additional Notes

• This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric development. You'll be part of a global leader in materials science, contributing to solutions that protect both people and the planet.
• This is a temporary role.
• Relocation/Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting

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