R&D Study Manager – Process Developement (F/M)

Job title:

R&D Study Manager – Process Developement (F/M)

Company:

EssilorLuxottica

Job description

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products (such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions), iconic brands that consumers love (such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa), as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences (such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network), and leading e-commerce platforms.Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.Discover more by following us on !Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxotticaAre you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible.This job position is opened in the Lens Technologies and Sustainability department of the Group Lens Innovation division.Within this department, the New Lens Technologies and Prototyping team (NLTP) is in charge of developing new technologies for ophthalmic lens prototyping and manufacturing.This position falls within the film lamination activities, which aim at bringing functionalities to a lens through the application of a flexible film on its surface. The Studies Manager will lead technical studies to develop concepts and associated processes while bringing scientific understanding of the physical phenomena involved.Working closely with other members of NLTP and experts from other teams (project mode), the Studies Manager will be in charge of:

• assessing the performances of the developed concepts & processes,
• identifying relevant characteristics (e.g. of films & adhesives) to be investigated and carry out understanding studies,
• identifying potential compatibility issues with other processes applied to the lens and develop solutions.

• Studies management

• Integrate study objectives and identify the technical strategy to be implemented,
• Set up test plans and characterization methodology with the support of relevant experts,
• Run test plans, autonomously or with technician(s)’ support,
• Analyze, summarize and communicate the results to team members and managers (written and spoken).
• Expertise development

• Remain aware of new trends and solutions in the relevant field(s) of expertise (materials, equipments…) through a regular scientific and techno watch (science papers, newsletters, technical fairs, conferences).
• Innovation protection

• Contribute to a patent watch.
• Contribute to memo innovation writing (for patent submission).
• External actors management

• Identify and be in contact with relevant external partners (e.g. suppliers of films, adhesives or characterization equipments, universities, …).
• EHS

• Comply with and advocate EHS rules.

PROFILE

• Educational Background : Engineering (general, Process or Materials science), Msc in Physics or PhD.
• At least 3 years of experience in R&D environment working with polymers,
• Large knowledge of materials characterization (mechanics, optics, surface properties, chemistry…),
• Taste for experimental work,
• Knowledge of the ophthalmic industry (nice to have),
• Good knowledge of Microsoft suite,
• Good communication skills spoken / written, French / English.
• Scientific rigor, curiosity and creativity,
• Ability to work independently, to take initiatives,
• Open-minded, ability for teamwork and good interaction with others.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment​We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.

Expected salary

Location

Créteil, Val-de-Marne

Job date

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 06:40:26 GMT

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