We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18.000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.
Main Responsibilities
1. Holography Expertise
Serve as the primary technical expert for COV’S Holographic Light Guiding (HLG) Group across the APAC region
Provide specialized knowledge and support for HLG applications in head-mounted display (HMD) and mobility markets
Troubleshoot complex HLG manufacturing challenges and optimize production processes
Support customers with technical guidance on material selection, holographic recording processes, and methods
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish HLG markets and applications in APAC region
2. Application Development
Support application development initiatives by providing technical expertise within customer projects
Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop value propositions for new HLG applications (HMD, mobility)
Contribute to the development of new business models leveraging advanced HLG technologies
3. Technology Scouting
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies related to HMD and mobility applications
Build and maintain a network of technology partners, research institutions, and industry experts across APAC
Monitor competitive landscape and market trends to identify new opportunities
Facilitate knowledge transfer between global teams and APAC operations
Qualification Requirements (Education & Work Experience)
Education & Experience
Master's degree or PhD (Engineering/physics background, ideally with a focus on diffractive optics) or comparable professional experience
Minimum 5 years of experience in holographic technology
Experience working in the APAC market, with understanding of regional manufacturing practices
Technical Skills
In-depth knowledge of holography and/or diffractive optics and their applications
Understanding of polymer materials, particularly photopolymers and their applications for holographic light guiding
Ability to independently handle and answer technical customer questions over time (not only collecting/relaying)
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent networking and relationship-building skills
Effective communication skills with ability to translate technical concepts to various audiences
Result-oriented mindset with ability to work in fast-paced environments
Cultural sensitivity and ability to work effectively across global regions
Fluent English skills in speaking and writing
Strong team player
able to work under time pressure as well as in a customer-oriented manner
Structured, self-motivated professional with excellent task management capabilities
willingness to build a strong working relationship with the Leverkusen (GER) team
Travel Requirements
Willingness to travel within the APAC region to visit customers and partners
willingness to spend time in Leverkusen (GER) for onboarding/training
YOUR APPLICATION
Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application including a cover letter, resume/CV, and relevant certificates. Become part of our Team - apply now!
Covestro is well aware of the importance of personal information to you. Covestro promises to strictly abide by the basic principles of information security and privacy protection as well as requirements of relevant laws and
regulations and take appropriate security protection measures to ensure that your personal information is safe and controllable.
The resume you submit and the personal information you provide voluntarily will only be used for the recruitment service of Covestro. If we use your information beyond the above purposes, we will seek your consent in advance.
The Covestro position you are applying for may use AI tools for preliminary screening of your submitted resume. We commit that this screening process is free from any bias or discrimination, ensuring fair and just treatment for every applicant. If you accept this approach, please continue with the application process. If you have any objections to the screening results, please send an email to [email protected].
Your data may be kept in a secure environment within or outside the territory of P.R. China. If the personal information is necessary to be transferred outside the territory of P.R. China, we will ensure that it is transferred in accordance with the laws and regulations. Generally, we only store your personal information for the time period that is necessary to fulfill the purpose of collection and processing, unless otherwise provided by laws, regulations or administrative orders. We will implement a variety of measures to ensure a reasonable level of information security. Unfortunately, if a personal information security incident occurs, we will activate contingency plans to prevent the security incident from spreading.
We impose strict restrictions on sharing information with any third party in accordance with laws and regulations. Unless otherwise provided by laws and regulations, the information we collect will not be provided to or shared with any third party that is unrelated to our recruitment services.
Contact Us
www.covestro.com
Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
Skills Required
- Master's degree or PhD in Engineering or Physics
- Minimum 5 years of experience in holographic technology
- Experience working in the APAC market
- In-depth knowledge of holography and diffractive optics
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Covestro Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Covestro and has not been reviewed or approved by Covestro.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — The company publicly commits to pay equity and a transparent compensation structure, signaling consistency across roles and levels. Competitive pay for manufacturing, engineering, and operations is frequently highlighted alongside solid benefits.
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Retirement Support — U.S. offerings include a 401(k) with company matching and additional retirement contributions, plus an employee stock purchase program. The retirement setup is repeatedly described as especially strong, with examples of automatic contributions and generous matching.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off and holiday observance are standard, complemented by two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Supplemental parental leave and adoption assistance add depth to family support.
Covestro Insights
What We Do
Covestro is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality polymer materials and their components. With its innovative products, processes and methods, the company helps enhance sustainability and the quality of life in many areas. Covestro supplies customers around the world in key industries such as mobility, building and living, as well as the electrical and electronics sector. In addition, polymers from Covestro are also used in sectors such as sports and leisure, cosmetics and health, as well as in the chemical industry itself. The company is committed to becoming fully circular and is striving to become climate neutral by 2035 (scope 1, 2 and 3). Covestro generated sales of EUR 14.4 billion in fiscal 2023. At the end of 2023, the company had 48 production sites worldwide and employed approximately 17,500 people (calculated as full-time equivalents). Data protection information: https://www.covestro.com/en/social-media-privacy-statements
