GDP Engineer

About this Position

At Henkel Adhesive Technologies, you will have the opportunity to contribute to innovative product development projects for the automotive industry while working in a collaborative and technology-driven environment. As a GDP Engineer, you will support product testing, laboratory activities, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives within the Product Development team. This role offers hands-on exposure to advanced adhesive technologies, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong learning platform for building a successful career in product development and research.

What you´ll do

• Execute product analysis, testing, and validation activities for product development projects, primarily within the automotive segment.
• Document experimental procedures, test results, and project progress accurately in laboratory systems.
• Organize, record, and present data from experiments and testing activities.
• Analyze data, draw meaningful conclusions, and recommend next steps for product improvement and development.
• Identify opportunities for new technologies, product enhancements, and performance optimization.
• Support manufacturing teams in ensuring consistent product quality and process effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Production, Sales, and Application Development teams to address customer and business requirements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, and laboratory standards while handling materials and operating equipment
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and innovation projects within the Product Development function.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
• Fulltime Internship duration - 24 months
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in Product Development, R&D, or the chemical industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret technical and experimental data.
• Good understanding of laboratory testing methodologies and scientific documentation.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High learning agility, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Passion for technology, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Self-driven with a results-oriented approach and strong attention to detail.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Best-in-class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
• Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
• Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.