Toyo Ink Europe, part of the artience Group, specializes in developing, manufacturing and selling advanced UV / LED Inks coatings for food and non-food applications in Europe worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, quality and customer satisfaction, they strive to exceed their customers#39; expectations and set the standard in this industry. Thanks to its specialized production processes and a strong RD department, Toyo Ink Europe is one of the top players in the industry. From its headquarters in Niel (BE), over 130 employees work daily to deliver premium quality and service to customers across Europe. brFunctieomschrijving ulli As an b RD Engineer /b, you play a b pivotal role in driving innovation /b at Toyo Ink Europe and helping the organization expand into new markets and industrial applications. Your mission is to develop innovative radiation curable coatings that perform on metal and other substrates — enabling the company to diversify its product offering. /lili You are the driving force behind the b design, development, and testing of new coating solutions /b. This includes formulating new chemistries, researching and integrating novel raw materials, and applying cutting-edge curing technologies such as UV/LED/EB curing to improve product performance and offer energy efficient solutions for diverse applications to different customers prioritizing sustainability. /lili As a leader of a research project, you design experiments: you formulate, test, and introduce new materials. You develop and manage RD projects from the ground up — taking full ownership from concept through pilot to production scale-up. With a high degree of autonomy, you’ll contribute to setting the technical direction and priorities. /lili Together with a cross-functional team and in close collaboration with an international RD network from the artience Group, you ensure that innovations meet both technical and market demands. /lili Your role goes beyond improving existing products — b you help pioneer a new business line /b. You’re encouraged to proactively explore and shape new ideas, investments, equipment needs, and market opportunities. /lili As a member of the b Coatings Application RD team /b, you b report directly to the RD Manager /b. You’ll work closely with a motivated group of engineers and lab assistants and receive mentorship and support to grow your technical and project leadership skills. /li /ul Profiel ulli You hold a b Master’s degree in (Polymer) Chemistry or Chemical Engineering /b and combine strong theoretical knowledge with a hands-on, pragmatic approach. /lili You have a good knowledge of b metal coatings /b— whether from experience in coil coating, metal packaging, or related applications. Exposure to radiation/UV curing technologies is highly preferred; experience with water-based and solvent-based systems is also valuable. /lili Knowledge and understanding of European regulations and frameworks is an added advantage. /lili You are genuinely interested in b developing new products from scratch /b and contributing to a broader company strategy. You don’t just want to follow — you want to lead, initiate, and shape. /lili You are analytical and curious by nature. You enjoy working in the lab, experimenting with raw materials, and fine-tuning formulations to meet strict industrial standards. /lili You are fluent in b English /b and feel comfortable communicating within an international team. Knowledge of b Dutch /b is a plus, as it enhances collaboration with local colleagues in the RD and production teams. /lili You are well-organized, accurate, and able to manage multiple projects in parallel. /lili You have a b collaborative mindset /b, can work across disciplines, and thrive in a team that values open communication, shared learning, and continuous improvement. /li /ul Aanbod ulli You will be b part of a larger international group /b and can b make your mark /b at the European level. /lili At the site in Niel you will join a fast and agile organization characterized by pragmatism and a no-nonsense approach. You become part of an engaging work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and ongoing improvement. /lili You will have the autonomy, support, and resources to help shape a new business line from scratch — and contribute to the strategic direction of the organization. /lili A competitive salary and package of benefits including the opportunity to b maintain a good work-life balance. /b /li /ul