What you'll do
- Investigate and test alternative materials to replace PTFE
- Design and execute laboratory experiments and performance evaluations
- Report and present evaluation results
- Support industrial scale-up and implementation in production
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Safety, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Procurement
- Engage with external partners, suppliers, and research institutions
Key requirements
- 1+ years' experience
- Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Coatings, Organometallics
- Research and Development (R&D)
- Laboratory Experiment Design and Performance Evaluation
- Industrial Scale-up and Manufacturing Environment Experience
- Product Development
- Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills
- Materials Science / Chemical Engineering / Chemistry / Polymer Chemistry / Polymer Science and Coatings / Organometallic Chemistrypreferred
About the job
We are looking for a talented and motivated R&D Engineer for fixed-term contract (2 years) to join our BIC R&D team and contribute to one of our most strategic innovation programs: the development of alternatives to PTFE.
About the Role
The candidate will play a key role in identifying, developing, and industrializing next-generation materials that meet both performance and compliance requirements.
What you'll do:
Investigate and test alternative materials to replace PTFE in our products
Design and execute laboratory experiments and performance evaluations
Reporting and presenting evaluation results
Support industrial scale-up and implementation in production
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Safety, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Procurement)
Engage with external partners, suppliers, and research institutions
What you'll bring to BIC:
Bachelor in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or related field.
MSc or PhD in Polymer chemistry, Polymer coatings, Organometallics
1–3 years of experience in R&D (industry or in the university)
Experience in manufacturing environment or product development is a plus
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Fluent in English
About the company
global leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, BIC brings simplicity and joy to everyday life. For 80 years, BIC’s commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable, and trusted products has established BIC as a symbol of reliability and innovation. With a presence in over 160 countries, and over 14,000 team members worldwide, BIC’s portfolio includes iconic brands and products such as BIC® 4-Color™, BodyMark®, Cello®, Cristal®, Inkbox®, BIC Kids®, Lucky™, Rocketbook®, Tattly®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, Djeep®, EZ Load™, EZ Reach®, BIC® Flex™, Soleil®, Tangle Teezer® and more. Listed on Euronext Paris and included in the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes, BIC is also recognized for its steadfast commitments to sustainability and education.
BIC est l’un des leaders mondiaux des articles de papeterie, des briquets et des rasoirs. Sa vision : apporter simplicité et joie au quotidien. Depuis 80 ans, l'engagement de BIC à fournir des produits de haute qualité, abordables et fiables a fait de BIC un symbole de fiabilité et d'innovation. Présent dans plus de 160 pays et comptant plus de 14 000 collaborateurs dans le monde, BIC regroupe des marques et des produits emblématiques tels que BIC® 4-Couleurs™, BodyMark®, Cello®, Cristal®, Inkbox®, BIC Kids®, Lucky™, Rocketbook®, Tattly®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, Djeep®, EZ Load™, EZ Reach®, BIC® Flex™, Soleil®, Tangle Teezer® et bien d'autres. Coté sur Euronext Paris et inclus dans les indices SBF120 et CAC Mid 60, BIC est également reconnu pour son engagements inébranlable en faveur de la durabilité et de l'éducation.
It's a colorful world. Make your mark with BIC.
About the company
global leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, BIC brings simplicity and joy to everyday life. For 80 years, BIC’s commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable, and trusted products has established BIC as a symbol of reliability and innovation. With a presence in over 160 countries, and over 14,000 team members worldwide, BIC’s portfolio includes iconic brands and products such as BIC® 4-Color™, BodyMark®, Cello®, Cristal®, Inkbox®, BIC Kids®, Lucky™, Rocketbook®, Tattly®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, Djeep®, EZ Load™, EZ Reach®, BIC® Flex™, Soleil®, Tangle Teezer® and more. Listed on Euronext Paris and included in the SBF120 and CAC Mid 60 indexes, BIC is also recognized for its steadfast commitments to sustainability and education.
BIC est l’un des leaders mondiaux des articles de papeterie, des briquets et des rasoirs. Sa vision : apporter simplicité et joie au quotidien. Depuis 80 ans, l'engagement de BIC à fournir des produits de haute qualité, abordables et fiables a fait de BIC un symbole de fiabilité et d'innovation. Présent dans plus de 160 pays et comptant plus de 14 000 collaborateurs dans le monde, BIC regroupe des marques et des produits emblématiques tels que BIC® 4-Couleurs™, BodyMark®, Cello®, Cristal®, Inkbox®, BIC Kids®, Lucky™, Rocketbook®, Tattly®, Tipp-Ex®, Wite-Out®, Djeep®, EZ Load™, EZ Reach®, BIC® Flex™, Soleil®, Tangle Teezer® et bien d'autres. Coté sur Euronext Paris et inclus dans les indices SBF120 et CAC Mid 60, BIC est également reconnu pour son engagements inébranlable en faveur de la durabilité et de l'éducation.
It's a colorful world. Make your mark with BIC.