02 Oct
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Amylo
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Bengaluru
BPC Bioproducts Private Limited (Amylo) is a material science startup developing bio-based and compostable alternatives to conventional plastics for flexible packaging and other applications.
We are looking for a Research Engineer with solid fundamentals in polymer/materials science and hands-on experience in material development, polymer processing and experimental research. The role involves taking materials from laboratory formulation and processing trials through characterization, optimization, scale-up and industrial validation.
Job Overview
The candidate will work closely with the R&D; and product development team on the development of bio-based, biodegradable and compostable polymer materials and products.
The role requires a combination of research expertise, materials knowledge, polymer processing skills and practical problem-solving ability. The candidate will be expected to independently plan experiments, develop formulations, conduct processing trials, analyse results and work with external laboratories, manufacturers,
suppliers and customers during product development and validation.
The position will involve travel to external facilities, manufacturing sites, testing laboratories and customer locations for material trials, processing trials and product validation, as required.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and optimize polymer formulations, compounds, masterbatches and functional materials for packaging and other applications.
• Plan and execute material development experiments, including formulation design, processing conditions and comparative studies.
• Conduct compounding and extrusion trials on laboratory, pilot and industrial-scale equipment.
• Work with processes including twin-screw compounding, blown film, extrusion coating and other polymer processing techniques.
• Coordinate with external testing laboratories for material characterization.
• Analyse experimental data and prepare technical reports, trial reports and recommendations for fur
📌 Research Engineer– Materials (Bengaluru)
🏢 Amylo
📍 Bengaluru