Technology Developer - Adsorption Materials and Technology

Overview

Technology Developer - Adsorption Materials and Technology at Atlas Copco Group in Wilrijk. You turn advanced adsorption research into scalable, industrial solutions as part of the Adsorption Media Incubator within the Airtec division.

In this role, you apply your expertise in adsorption materials, separation technologies, shaping methodologies, and process intensification to develop next-generation material concepts. You combine strong theoretical insight with targeted experimental validation to deepen understanding of material performance, adsorption behavior, stability, and efficiency. You shape and refine new material concepts, translating fundamental principles and analytical insights into clear design and process guidelines that support product development and industrialization.

You work closely with the Incubator team, product development teams, and external research partners such as universities and research institutes. Together, you move innovations from laboratory scale towards proof-of-concepts, prototypes, and scalable solutions. You also actively scout new material and technology developments, identifying opportunities for new applications and growth areas where our in-house materials portfolio can create additional value.

You report to the Incubator team leader and work on site at our production facility in Wilrijk, Belgium, in close collaboration with global R&D and product teams.

• Apply expertise in adsorption materials, separation technologies, shaping methodologies, and process intensification to develop next-generation material concepts.
• Combine strong theoretical insight with targeted experimental validation to understand material performance, adsorption behavior, stability, and efficiency.
• Shape and refine material concepts, translating principles into design and process guidelines that support product development and industrialization.
• Collaborate with the Incubator team, product development teams, and external research partners (universities and research institutes) to move innovations from laboratory scale toward proof-of-concepts, prototypes, and scalable solutions.
• Scout new material and technology developments to identify opportunities for new applications and growth areas where in-house materials portfolio adds value.
• Report to the Incubator team leader and work on site at the Wilrijk production facility, collaborating with global R&D and product teams.

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Engineering with expertise in adsorption materials and separation technologies; a PhD is a strong plus.
• Strong analytical skills and deep expertise in material development, shaping methods, and advanced characterization.
• Experience with laboratory experimentation, process simulation, and data-driven material and technology development.
• Ability to translate scientific insights into practical process and technology choices.
• Experience working in cross-functional R&D environments with academic or industrial partners.

At Atlas Copco Group we hire for attitude and train for skills. We support your development through on-the-job training. We offer an international and diverse environment with specialists from different disciplines, a culture rooted in Swedish values, and a focus on well-being and growth. We provide a flexible work-life balance, inclusive and caring environment, and opportunities to grow. You will have access to global job opportunities within the Atlas Copco Group.

We offer an interesting compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to divide time between remote work and being on-site at our Atlas Copco Airpower location in Wilrijk, Belgium.

• Functional Area:
  
  Research and Development