Application Development Lead - Wire & Cable (m/f/d) Chemical Industry

Are you result oriented and willing to challenge the status quo? Welcome to LyondellBasell.

For our German site in Frankfurt am Main in Germany we are looking for an

Application Development Lead – Wire & Cable (m/f/d) Chemical Industry 

Come Join an Inclusive Team:

The Industry Application Development Lead (m/f/d) for Wire and Cable Solutions supports LyondellBasell’s polyolefins innovation strategy by driving the development of products and solutions for priority applications in selected industries and end-markets for Wire and Cable.  Key responsibilities of the position include gathering market intelligence from customers and other value chain players (brand owners, machine manufacturers, standardization bodies, etc.), understanding emerging needs, developing new technical solutions for customers, and supporting the commercialization of LyondellBasell polymers in new and existing applications. The primary focus of the position is on value generation through focused innovation.

Day in the Life:

• Lead application development activities and provide technical direction for current and future industry applications
• Act as a recognized technical expert, supporting R&D, Industry Marketing, Sales, and other key stakeholders
• Drive application and product development projects in collaboration with strategic customers and cross-functional teams
• Leverage deep expertise in market requirements, materials, processing technologies, and application equipment to develop innovative solutions
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration to ensure efficient execution of development initiatives and business objectives
• Translate the company's long-term strategy into actionable goals, development priorities, and resource plans
• Identify market trends, customer needs, and emerging opportunities to create value-added solutions and business growth
• Develop and implement tools, systems, and processes that enhance technical service, application development, and project management effectiveness
• Manage projects using sound financial analysis and project management practices to achieve successful outcomes
• Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and change by ensuring

You Bring This Value:

• University technical degree preference in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Engineering or Chemistry or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the polymer or polyolefin industry, ideally in polypropylene, polyethylene, infrastructure or building & construction applications
• A general knowledge of High and Low Density polyethylene, Polypropylene and Catalloy resin technologies with a business/market focus is desired
• Exposure to Polymers business preferred
• Fluent English is required. Additional European language skills are an advantage
• This position will require approximately 30% travel mostly within the EU region

What We Offer:

• Attractive remuneration with thirteenth monthly salary
• Global bonus program
• Company Car
• Various work schedules and mobile working
• 30 days vacation and other time off options
• Wide range of further training opportunities through the LYB University
• Additional long-term care insurance (CareFlex)
• Company pension scheme
• Urban Sports Club membership
• Company medical department including physiotherapy practice on site
• Canteen on site
• Employee discounts

Interested ?

Register your CV and apply via our online portal by clicking on the „apply now“ button.

Please note that we only consider online applications. If you have any questions, our Talent Team will be happy to assist you: karriere@lyondellbasell.com.

About LYB (NYSE: LYB) – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. 

As one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity - LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age and other protected characteristics. People with disabilities are expressly encouraged to apply and are warmly welcomed. If you need support during the application process, we are happy to assist you.