Chemical Engineer Photopolymerization Specialist

Hi,

At IOT, we continue to grow, we’re excited to announce a new professional opportunity within the company: Chemical Engineer , a key role to execute the global product strategy for one or more of IOT’s business lines.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Chemist or Chemical Engineer with expertise in radical photopolymerization to join our innovative team in a breakthrough project on lens manufacturing by Threshold Volumetric Printing.

Key Responsibilities

· Collaborate with international teams to design, formulate, and optimize photopolymerizable systems for volumetric printing lens manufacturing applications.

· Conduct experimental work on radical photopolymerization processes, ensuring reproducibility and scalability.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate photopolymerization into a volumetric printing lens manufacturing workflow.

· Analyze and interpret data to improve material performance and processing efficiency.

Required Qualifications

· Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science, OR equivalent professional experience.

· Demonstrated experience in radical photopolymerization, either through:

o Professional projects, or

o Academic research (Master’s thesis or Ph.D. dissertation).

· Strong understanding of polymer chemistry and photoinitiator systems.

Preferred Qualifications

· Hands-on experience with acrylates and urethanes in photopolymer formulations.

· Practical knowledge of 3D printing technologies, especially volumetric printing.

· Familiarity with rheology, curing kinetics, and mechanical characterization of polymers.

· Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Skills & Competencies

· Analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

· Proficiency in laboratory techniques and safety protocols.

Why Join Us?

· Opportunity to work on innovative materials for next-generation manufacturing.

· Collaborative environment with a focus on research and development.

· Competitive compensation and professional growth.

What do we offer you?

Because we know that talent deserves care, at IOT you’ll enjoy benefits such as:

️ 23 vacation days + 14 public holidays + 2 extra weeks during Easter and Christmas (after aging 4 months)

Flexible schedule and shorter working hours on Fridays and during summer

Private health insurance (after 4 months)

Birth bonus of €5,000

2 free pairs of lenses per year