The company

Since 1855 Moebius (https://www.moebius-lubricants.ch/en) has stood for the highest quality. Our oils, greases, epilames and specialty products are used worldwide in various industries - in particular in watchmaking and microtechnics.

For years, our name has been known for the reliability and durability of our products.

For our laboratory based in Itingen BL, we are looking for a

Chemical Engineer

who wishes to join a multidisciplinary and international group, in a stimulating environment, to actively participate in the proper functioning of the laboratory and in the execution of instrumental analyses with cutting-edge equipment.

Job description

• Pilot-scale organic synthesis of base oil components (up to 100 L) in an ATEX-certified environment

• Execution of all production stages, including:

  • Raw material and reagent ordering
  • Formulation and synthesis
  • In-process controls (IPC) and quality control (QC)
  • Product purification
• Operation and routine maintenance of production equipment
• Development, adaptation, and documentation of SOPs for synthesis and equipment maintenance
• Laboratory-scale lubricants formulation and polymer synthesis

Profile

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, with a strong background in organic synthesis and industrial processes
• Experience operating and supporting pilot plant activities in the chemical industry
• Knowledge of short-path distillation processes is an advantage
• Experience with ERP systems and proficiency in MS Office

Professional requirements

• Strong collaborative mindset with the ability to work autonomously and take initiative
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Structured, rigorous, and well-organized working style
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Languages

• German: written and spoken (main working language)
• English : written and spoken (mandatory)
• French: a strong advantage

Job location

Kreuzenstrasse
4452 Itingen BL (Basel-Landschaft)
Switzerland

Company address

The Swatch Group Research and Development Ltd
Rue des Sors 3
CH-2074 Marin-Epagnier

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