Job Description

Applied Technology Engineer

About Umicore

Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Powering the cars of the future. Giving new life to used metals. We are the leading circular materials technology company fulfilling its mission to create materials for a better life. With ambitions like this, imagine what you could do?

About Fuel Cell catalysts

Umicore is a leading player in fuel cell and stationary catalysts, targeting a broad range of industries including manufacturing, hydrogen production, marine applications and the automotive sector. We support our customers in developing clean engines and reaching zero emission mobility and power supply. Leveraging decades of expertise and a global presence, we partner with research and industry leaders to deliver customer-focused, sustainable solutions.

What you will be doing

Customer & Technical Project Management

• Lead technical support and development projects for Korean customers
• Coordinate product industrialization and ensure compliance with automotive standards (IATF 16949, PPAP)
• Act as the key technical liaison between local customers and global Umicore teams

Market & Technology Development

• Monitor fuel cell and electrolysis market trends and competitor activities
• Attend technical conferences and collaborate with universities and government partners
• Support global business development initiatives with local market insights

Others

• Contribute to global internal projects as a Korean market expert
• Collaborate with R&D, sales, and industrialization teams to meet customer requirements

Who we are looking for

Our success is based on individuals who are ready to leverage their skills and tackle any challenges they encounter. You should have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Chemistry, along with relevant experience. Additionally, you must have strong communication skills in English, enabling you to interact effectively in a business environment.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemistry or Engineering
• English fluency required for both written and spoken
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience, including at least 3 years in Fuel Cell application, especially MEA design, testing and optimization
• Deep understanding of automotive supply industry standards
• Strong project management and customer support skills
• Additional language skills are a plus

What we offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organization, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?

If my expertise can help reduce harmful vehicle emissions, IMAGINE WHAT YOU COULD DO?