R&D Technician

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About you and this role

We have a great opportunity as an R&D Technician in the Process Chemistry & Technology Development team within Packaging, Specialty Plastics & Hydrocarbons R&D, located in Terneuzen, the Netherlands.

This job offers an exceptional opportunity to join an R&D organization excelling in innovation research in Europe and to contribute to solving the challenges of today and tomorrow in Sustainability, Emission Reduction and Waste Plastics Recycling, and in Manufacturing Process developments and/or improvements.  

You will provide technical support to Scientists and Project Leaders in the development of new technologies for the optimization and decarbonization of Dow’s manufacturing plants. The candidate will be responsible for the preparation and execution of experimental activities and studies, for the safe operation of lab scale equipment, data collection and documentation. The successful candidate will work in diverse teams, is enthusiastic about learning and exploring new topics and will have strong communication skills.   

Responsibilities

• You work as part of a team in a laboratory setting, supporting chemists and engineers in developing knowledge and evaluating new materials and process options. 
• You manage and then safely execute laboratory work requests, calibrating, maintaining, troubleshooting and running relevant laboratory apparatus and testing equipment, and documenting data. 
• You develop experimental plans for review/approval by your project team and execute approved plans by performing routine and non-standard tasks or procedures of higher complexity. 
• You achieve project goals using technical, role-specific skills and experience, and introduce new procedures for new instrument methods, equipment changes, or new equipment. 
• You actively participate in work group team meetings to address safety, process improvement, problem solving, and other work group, department, and functional topics. 

Qualifications

• You have an MBO-4, an associate degree, or a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, applied chemistry, analytical chemistry, process technology, chemical engineering, or equivalent.  
• You are eager to learn and explore new technologies and techniques, analytical methods, and related software tools. 
• Prior experience in the operation of reactor system is preferred. 
• You are a good communicator with working knowledge of English. 
• You bring a proactive, hands-on and can-do attitude to work but with a safety-first mindset. 

Your Skills

• Communication - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing in English.
• Self Motivation - Takes initiative and drives work forward independently, effectively prioritizing tasks, managing time, and delivering results in ambiguous or long‑term situations. Demonstrates ownership, learns from challenges, continuously seeks improvement and deliver effective solutions.
• Change Management - Ability to support and drive change by engaging stakeholders, addressing resistance, and enabling sustainable adoption.
• Data Analysis - Data analysis skills to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work – Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, effectively prioritizing tasks and deadlines.

Additional notes

There is no relocation/visa supported for this role

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.