Research and Development Specialist

Total Number of Openings

Job Description:

Oronites Global Technology organization innovates develops optimizes and protects components products and fundamentals in support of Oronites strategic agenda while keeping sustainability as a core element of our proposition.

Responsibilities for this position include:

• Development of Passenger Car Motor Oil (PCMO) additive technology to meet various specifications customer requirements and cost & performance targets.
• Design and execute testing plans to support product development and fundamental knowledge generation. Recommend new methods and tools for evaluation to gain further insight into a challenge or mechanism
• Analyze large data sets to extract technical insights and determine testing requirements to make product recommendations. Communicate results and project status to stakeholders of various backgrounds.
• Work closely with the components team to evaluate alternative chemistry for PCMO applications
• Generate intellectual property and keep up to date on competitive patenting activities
• Manages technical projects from planning through implementation. Communicates and collaborates with external suppliers customers and with key internal stakeholders.
• Work with peers and stakeholders from multiple teams to support OEM and customer needs

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or related technical field. Masters or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry/Engineering preferred
• Formulating additive lubricant or product development experience
• Able to travel within Japan and internationally several times per year.
• Japanese and English language skills
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work in diverse global teams
• Project Management ability to manage complex projects

Selection Criteria:

Selection Criteria 1

Deliver Results Demonstrated ability to deliver results. Holds self and team members accountable and takes responsibility for outcomes. Reprioritizes work quickly to meet changing demands. Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks. Ability to process a high volume of information to solve complex problems Works with customers and internal stakeholders to set priorities & execute work.

Selection Criteria 2

Technical Skills Proven track record with the design execution and analysis of multi-disciplinary research projects. Knowledge of automotive engine oil standards industry and OEMs preferred. Experience in data analysis and data visualization for effective communication. Experience in finished lubricants or lubricant additives strongly desired. College degree in a technical field required; advanced degree preferred.

Selection Criteria 3

Communication Effective communication skills with technical and non-technical audiences both written and verbal. Able to communicate externally with suppliers and customers and to key internal stakeholders. Ability to provide work direction and set clear expectations for projects. Fosters cooperation and collaboration among individuals in a global team. Able to work with peers and stakeholders of different cultures and backgrounds.

Selection Criteria 4

Project Management Demonstrated skill in managing technical projects from planning to final execution of the project with a strong customer or business focus. Experience working with cross-functional teams critical. Experience working with external customers and internal commercial and technical stakeholders desired. Organizational skills and attention to details a must. Shares information and resources.

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