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Sulzer ist ein führendes Ingenieurunternehmen mit einer stolzen Tradition der Innovation. Werden Sie Teil unseres
globalen Teams, um Ihr Fachwissen zu erweitern und innovative Lösungen zu entwickeln, die eine prosperierende und
nachhaltigere Gesellschaft ermöglichen.
Was Sie erwartet
Join our Polymer Application and Recycling R&D team within Sulzer's Chemtech division in Switzerland as an R&D
Chemical Recycling Intern. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative technologies
that support the transition towards a more circular and sustainable chemical industry.
In this role, you will collaborate with experienced scientists and engineers on laboratory and pilot-scale projects
focused on chemical recycling, renewable chemicals, and sustainable fuels. You will gain valuable hands-on experience
with advanced analytical techniques, reactor systems, and process development activities while contributing to
cutting-edge research and development programs.
If you are passionate about chemistry, sustainability, and innovation, this internship offers a unique opportunity to
develop your technical expertise within a dynamic, international, and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop and implement analytical methods for the characterization of oils, plastics, waxes, solvents, and complex
chemical mixtures.
- Conduct laboratory-scale investigations focused on chemical recycling, feedstock upgrading, purification, and
upcycling processes.
- Operate laboratory reactors and support experimental campaigns across a range of R&D projects.
- Perform sample characterization using standardized analytical methods, including ASTM, UOP, and ISO procedures.
- Analyze, interpret, and document experimental results in technical reports.
- Present findings and recommendations during project and team meetings.
- Assist with the setup, execution, and monitoring of pilot plant trials.
- Support troubleshooting activities and help resolve operational challenges during pilot-scale campaigns.
- Participate in continuous pilot plant operations, including shift-based activities when required.
- Contribute to additional innovation projects involving polymer applications, biofuels, solvents, and bio-based
monomers and polymers.
- Maintain high standards of laboratory safety and ensure compliance with Environment, Safety, and Health (ESH)
requirements.
- Help foster a safe, efficient, and well-organized laboratory environment
Your profile:
- Master's degree in Chemistry, preferrably with a specialization in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or
Materials Science
- Hands-on laboratory experience within a chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, polymer, or flavor & fragrance
environment
- Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry and separation and purification sciences
- Practical experience with chemical purification, separation techniques, and lab-scale reactor operations
- Experience using analytical instruments and techniques such as GC (MS, FID, TOFMS, TCD), ICP-MS, CIC, Simulated
Distillation (SimDist), and titration methods including Karl Fischer, Total Acid Number, and Bromine Number
- Knowledge of physical property measurements such as density and viscosity
- Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices and safe handling of chemicals and potentially hazardous
materials
- Proficient English language skills, German is a plus
- Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Wir bieten
- An innovative, vibrant and agile culture
- Excellent social benefits (holidays, pension fund etc.)
- Access to a wide range of discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment and Lifestyle
- Central workplace, only 5 minutes from Winterthur train station
Sulzer ist ein Arbeitgeber, der Chancengleichheit fördert. Wir glauben an die Stärke einer vielfältigen Belegschaft
und setzen uns für ein integratives Arbeitsumfeld ein.
Wir sind stolz darauf, in Brasilien, Kanada, China, Finnland, Deutschland, Irland, Mexiko, der Schweiz, Südafrika,
Großbritannien und den USA als Top-Arbeitgeber 2026 ausgezeichnet worden zu sein.