R&D Chemist Engineer

Description

• Researches and develops new materials, products & technologies to support the division and platform strategic initiatives.
• Develops, optimizes, leads and coordinates the scale up of lab batches to a production setting.
• Support other R&D chemists/engineers/technicians as needed.
• Develops and authors standard and nonstandard testing procedure for quality control and R & D. Select and recommend appropriate standard or nonstandard test method to characterize materials and their components as well as and products. As required participates in global standards organizations such as ASTM & ISO.
• Authors technical papers and reports and prepare standard test procedures and specifications for raw materials, processes, facilities, products.
• Utilizes scientific principles and methods to evaluate materials, processes and products.
• Authors and issues laboratory and event reports for production.
• Recommends safe handling procedures of chemicals introduced in the Laboratory and Plant environments.
• Develops safety program and policies for site laboratory.
• Develops, performs, and interprets results of analysis performed utilizing thermal analysis, spectroscopy, mechanical testing, analytical testing, rheology and compatibility testing. Leads the evaluation & submission of capital laboratory equipment requests.
• May lead lower-level R&D chemists/engineers/technicians as needed.
• Develops supplier relationships to optimize existing products helping the organization to protect existing business and capture new business.
• Study effects of various methods of processing, and packaging. Determines optimal processability of new or current formulations. Authors and implements standard process specification for manufacturing.
• Develops & implements batch process procedures and standards.

Requirements

• Performs quantitative and qualitative analysis of organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties, composition, structure, relationships, and reactions. Proficient in utilizing advanced analytical techniques.
• Strong communication, organizational and analytical skills.
• Experience with PC integrated lab instruments & controls.
• Demonstrates a general understanding of Holcim Building Envelope business philosophies and strategies.
• Strong Computer skills with Google and Microsoft tools.
• Extensive and broad working knowledge of adhesive, coatings, and sealants from both an application and technical perspective.
• Requires B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science. Advanced degree i.e. M.S., Ph.D., MBA is a plus.
• Ability to effectively multitask and drive assignments to completion.
• Strong work ethic with high level of trustworthiness and teamwork. Must be able to work independently while being part of a cohesive team.

Benefits

• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Retirement Savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance CoverageHolistic Health & Well-Being ProgramsHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care
• Competitive Compensation
• Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance