LATAM Materials Development Analyst

About The Position. We are looking for a Materials Development Analyst to join our Engineering and Innovation team. This professional will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring strategies for the creation of new materials and the enhancement of existing ones, ensuring the competitiveness, quality, and sustainability of the company’s products. The role involves interaction with technical areas, suppliers, and internal clients, as well as active participation in innovation and continuous improvement projects. Main Responsibilities Develop materials, compounds, and prototypes, from requirement definition to validation in production processes. Conduct studies, tests, and performance analyses of materials, proposing technical and technological improvements aligned with business needs. Prepare and update technical documentation, test reports, manuals, and technical opinions. Participate in the qualification, certification, and approval of materials, ensuring compliance with national and international technical standards. Provide technical support to the Process and Quality areas, assisting in resolving non-conformities and evaluating raw materials. Identify technological trends and opportunities for cost reduction, rationalization, and quality improvement. Support the implementation of new technologies and inputs, promoting innovation and sustainability. Deliver technical presentations to internal and external clients, highlighting the differentiators of the developed materials. Contribute to continuous process improvement, aiming for efficiency and operational excellence. Who are we Looking for? Bachelor’s degree completed or in progress in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related fields. Previous experience in material development, production processes, or similar roles in an industrial environment. Proficiency in computer tools, especially Microsoft Office. Intermediate to advanced English for reading, technical understanding, and communication. Detail-oriented, organized, proactive profile with strong teamwork skills. Experience in material and/or compound development, innovation, and continuous improvement projects. Background in industrial environments in the energy, cable, or manufacturing sectors. Knowledge of material certification and approval processes. Ability to transfer technical knowledge to other team members. Sobre a posição Estamos em busca de um(a) Analista de Desenvolvimento de Materiais para atuar no time de Engenharia e Inovação. Este(a) profissional será responsável por desenvolver, implementar e monitorar estratégias para o desenvolvimento de novos materiais e aprimoramento dos existentes, garantindo a competitividade, qualidade e sustentabilidade dos produtos da empresa. A posição envolve interface com áreas técnicas, fornecedores e clientes internos, além de participação ativa em projetos de inovação e melhoria contínua. Principais responsabilidades Desenvolver materiais, compostos e protótipos, desde a definição de requisitos até a validação em processos produtivos. Realizar estudos, ensaios e análises de desempenho de materiais, propondo melhorias técnicas e tecnológicas alinhadas às necessidades do negócio. Elaborar e atualizar documentação técnica, relatórios de testes, manuais e pareceres técnicos. Participar da qualificação, certificação e homologação de materiais, assegurando conformidade com normas técnicas nacionais e internacionais. Prestar suporte técnico às áreas de Processos e Qualidade, colaborando na resolução de não conformidades e na avaliação de matérias-primas. Identificar tendências tecnológicas e oportunidades de redução de custos, racionalização e melhoria da qualidade. Apoiar a implementação de novas tecnologias e insumos, promovendo a inovação e a sustentabilidade. Realizar apresentações técnicas para clientes internos e externos, destacando diferenciais dos materiais desenvolvidos.Contribuir para a melhoria contínua dos processos, buscando eficiência e excelência operacional. A quem buscamos? Formação superior completa ou em andamento em Engenharia Química, Engenharia de Materiais ou áreas correlatas. Experiência prévia em desenvolvimento de materiais, processos produtivos ou funções similares em ambiente industrial. Domínio de ferramentas de informática, especialmente Microsoft Office. Inglês intermediário-avançado para leitura, compreensão técnica e comunicação. Perfil atento ao detalhe, organizado, proativo e com boa capacidade de trabalho em equipe. Experiência na área de desenvolvimento de materiais e ou compostos, projetos de inovação e melhoria contínua. Vivência em ambientes industriais do setor de energia, cabos ou manufatura. Conhecimento em processos de certificação e homologação de materiais. Capacidade de transferir conhecimento técnico para outros colaboradores. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Business Development and Sales Industries Manufacturing DE&I Commitment Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are. All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments. 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