Job Description

About Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and AutomationLauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.) is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.L&T Switchgear is now Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation.Position: Manager - Plastic TechnologyEducational Qualification & Exp - Diploma in Polymers/Plastics Technology with min 10 years of experienceBachelor's Degree in Polymers/Plastics Technology wit min 8 years of experienceKey Responsibilities:

• Extensive knowledge of polymer physics and polymer chemistry; adept at formulating a diverse array of high-performance insulating materials including Unsaturated Polyester (SMC & DMC), Thermoset Injection Molding Compound (Polyester Melamine, Phenol Formaldehyde, Epoxy, and Silicones).
• Proficient in understanding the correlation between the physical/chemical properties of inorganic materials and their influence on polymer performance.
• Provide guidance to product designers for plastic material selection, component design, and mold design.
• Offer expertise in processing know-how and testing support.
• Engage in cost reduction/value engineering projects and create process sheets.
• Conduct thermal analysis of polymeric materials and components for competitive product benchmarking/reverse engineering, failure analysis, fingerprinting, and quality assessment.
• Skilled in establishing standard polymer test methods and capable of training laboratory personnel to ensure precise results.
• Collaborate with material suppliers to fulfill custom requirements for composite material and process development, aligning with business objectives and quality improvement.
• Provide support to other product groups and focus on green materials/products and diverse environmental compliance mandates.
• Train self and design team by developing training modules, presentations, and conducting demonstrations and hands-on sessions as needed.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Resourceful
• Organized & working with diverse team at different manufacturing locations
• Oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities.

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