Engineer internship project: advancing plastic circularity in the automotive industry - h/f

Description entreprise :
Une plasturgie éthique et responsable ? C'est notre raison d'être et notre ADN ! IPC est le Centre Technique Industriel français dédié aux plastiques et aux composites, il propose des activités de R&D (projets collaboratifs ou contrats privés), de prestations (services aux entreprises) et de transfert industriel (Actions Collectives). Ce centre technique est accessible à toutes les entreprises, quelles que soient leur taille et leur localisation. Outil majeur de l'innovation plastique et composite en France, IPC joue un rôle fondamental en matière d'innovation pour améliorer la compétitivité des entreprises de la filière dans les domaines de l'économie circulaire, de l'industrie du futur ou des produits à haute valeur ajoutée. Et si vous en deveniez acteur à nos côtés ? Cette aventure professionnelle à la fois passionnante et riche de sens vous intéresse ? Alors rejoignez-nous !

Description du poste :
This internship project aims to develop a proof of concept for circular plastic solutions in the automotive industry, addressing key challenges in ELV plastic recycling and promoting a sustainable, circular economy. The project adopts a holistic approach, targeting the entire value chain for automotive plastic components—from collection and dismantling to recycling, compounding, and reincorporation. Keys missions : State-of-the-Art Review of ELV Plastic Collection and Dismantling Strategies : Analyze existing practices and policies across Europe to identify effective strategies for ELV plastic recovery. Evaluate techno-economic tools to optimize the collection and dismantling of ELVs, with a focus on recovering higher-quality raw materials. Assess diagnostic methodologies to prioritize repair, refurbishment, and reuse of ELV parts, maximizing their value before recycling. Experimental Testing of Innovative Sorting Solutions : Develop a proof of concept for an advanced sorting line, for sorting black plastics and additives (e.g., flame retardants), integrating cutting-edge technologies such as: Near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, Tribo-electrostatic separation, Sink-and-float methods, etc. Recycling and Compounding : Optimize recycling and compounding processes to produce automotive-grade recycled materials with controlled rheological and mechanical properties. Conduct laboratory characterization of substances in the recycled materials to ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks such as REACH and RoHS .

Profil recherché :
Candidate profile : You are in the final year of an engineering school or pursuing a Master's degree (Master 2) in materials engineering, industrial engineering, circular economy, or a related field. You possess polymers, sorting and recycling technologies, or life cycle analysis (LCA) knowledge. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Interest in sustainability and circular economy concepts. Your ability to analyze complex issues and propose concrete solutions will be a key asset. You have a strong sense of teamwork. You are curious, creative, and self-reliant.