Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility (formerly known as Plastic Omnium) is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €9.5 billion economic revenue in 2022, a global network of 150 plants and 43 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,500 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Based at OPmobility's international R&D center, you will be supervised by our Senior Materials Expert and contribute to our commitment to sustainability and the circular economy by maximizing the use of material from End-of-Life Vehicles (ELV) integrated into our car body parts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Material Engineers in identifying needs
• Perform characterization tests within our on-site laboratory
• Conduct analyses on these tests
• Capitalize and share the results of your analyses with the international team of Material Engineers
• Actively participate in defining requirements and contribute to the development of strong partnerships with our suppliers

The missions may evolve depending on the candidate's profile and project progress.

PROFILE

• Graduate student pursuing Master's degree in Plastics Engineering / Master's in Materials Science and Engineering or related field
• Sensitivity to issues related to recycled materials and passion for sustainable innovation
• Advanced level of English proficiency (B2 / C1)
• Good knowledge of numerical simulation tools (such as Moldflow/Catia)
• Proficiency in Office 365 tools - PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Good communication and synthesis skills
• Team player
• Curious, creative, and dynamic

DURATION

6-month internship starting from January 2025.

LOCATION

Sigmatech - Avenue du Bois des Vergnes, 01150 Sainte-Julie (30 km from Lyon - carpooling options are available).

COMPENSATION

Calculated according to level of degree | +company restaurant subsidy + transportation alllowance + Access to on-site sports gym

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.