Application Development Engineer

APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT AND R&D ENGINEER

Lincotek, headquartered in Rubbiano, Parma, Italy, is a global contract manufacturer for services in markets including Industrial Gas Turbines, Aerospace and Medical Device applications, as well as a leading manufacturer of industrial coating equipment and one of the most respected producers in the Additive Manufacturing field. The position is part of the R&D team, which collaborates closely with the R&D departments of our customers and develops application processes for new technologies and materials—primarily coatings, but not exclusively—being introduced to the market. Demonstrating the industrial feasibility of the process through the development and production of the first batch Supporting the industrialization of the developed process within the Operations areas of our facilities or directly at customer sites. The selected candidate, as a member of the Headquarters Application Development and R&D Team, will be responsible for: Managing development projects for advanced coatings applied to components across various industrial sectors, ensuring effective coordination with internal functions and adherence to project timelines; Leading the operational development of the process (in collaboration with other departments where required), including defining process parameters and manufacturing strategies—also through the development of robotic and CNC programs—for the deposition of Thermal Spray coatings; Preparing operating instructions and technical documentation to enable the transfer of developed processes to the Operations area; Coordinating the transfer and integration of newly developed processes into Operations at company sites or customer facilities; Providing technical support to Operations during process transfer and assisting in troubleshooting production-related issues. Master’s degree in Material Sciences, Engineering, Chemistry, Physics or any related fields PhD or an equivalent professional experience (preferred) Strong team-working skills, with the ability to adapt to dynamic environments and interest in technologically advanced industrial settings High levels of energy, motivation, and passion for production process engineering, with the ability to promote these values within the organization Good command of English (both written and spoken) Excellent command of Italian (both written and spoken) is mandatory Availability for business travel, including multi-week assignments. The individual will be required to adhere to safety policies and procedures on the manufacturing floor. Full-time position, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 to 17:30, with additional hours as business needs necessitate.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

National and international travel (including intercontinental travel) may be required to support the company’s rapid expansion, amounting to approximately 30–50% of annual working days. Business trips may involve multi-week stays abroad.