Vacancy
 
 

 


Date: 12 03 2008

Applied R&D Filtration Manager (M/F)

 

Company: Bekaert NV, Zwevegem, Belgium: www.bekaert.com
Department: Fiber Technologies Department: www.bekaert.com/bft
Reporting to/hierarchy: Corporate Technology Manager.

Function details: This person will use his/her filtration expertise for the improvement of metal fiber based filter products and processes in close collaboration with the Product Market Managers and Technology Managers of the Business Units. He/she will combine his/her filtration expertise with the Bekaert expertises in other domains (e.g. coatings) to come to a Unique Selling Proposition for the final product. He/she will act as the scientific coordinator between the customer and the Research & Development Department for the development of new filters as well as new filter materials. He/she will accompany visits to existing and prospective customers to provide technical support and presentations. He/she will take the necessary actions for the introduction of new applications for Bekaert liquid and gas filters.

Expectations for this role include:

  • Demonstrate and maintain up-to-date expertise in filtration technologies and build effective relationships with partners inside and outside Bekaert to develop new product generations and applications.
  • Have in depth knowledge of both liquid and gaseous systems, to be able to design and operate test equipment.
  • Preferably have knowledge to make computer simulations including fluid dynamics and separation principles.
  • Work independently as well as in a team in a result oriented and innovative environment.
  • Broad interest in various filtration applications.

Education and qualifications:

  • PhD or equivalent by experience in either (bio-) chemical or mechanical engineering, in physical chemistry or material sciences.
  • A (first) professional experience in an applied research and development position in the domain of filtration technologies, preferably with an established network in this field.
  • Scientific publications about filter applications are a plus.
  • Familiar with MS Office Programs.

Personality and mentality:

  • Have a dynamic personality and contribute to effective teamwork.
  • Have strong skills in project management.
  • Very good interpersonal and communication skills (internal and external contacts).
  • Innovative and creative mind with vision to develop new applications.
  • Result driven and be able to make the link between other (existing) applications.
  • Integer, honest, loyal and open minded for a multicultural environment.
  • High intellectual potential with management capabilities.

Languages:

  • Fluent in English (oral and in writing).
  • Knowledge of German is a plus.
  • Willingness to learn the local language (Dutch).

Mobility/travel:
10 to 20 % (global) traveling (customers, scientific seminars, etc...)

Job specificities:

  • New function.
  • Permanent employment, full time.
  • Location: Deerlijk (near Kortrijk), Belgium.
  • Starting date: May – June 2008 (or ASAP).

Offer:

  • Very good financial conditions and extra-legal benefits.
  • Help for visa and working license.
  • Temporary housing for 3 months and help for house hunting.
  • Support for moving to Belgium.
  • Support for language courses.
  • Support for job search for partner.
  • Company car.

Available education/training:
Possibilities for further education and training.

Career opportunities:
Good (international) career opportunities.

Interested?

You match the requested criteria for min. 80%?
Then send your application to cv@scienceco.eu,
mentioning reference: BE_12MAR2008

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