Chemist

Polymer Chemist

Description:

• Conducts research, material and product analysis, epoxy-based adhesive and polymer-based compound development, experimentation on novel technology and product development, for such purposes process development and application development, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and improvement of product testing and methodologies by performing the following duties.
• Involved in all aspects of R&D activities of epoxy-based and polymer/rubber-based compounding for materials in the plant
• Conducts research on available manufactured automotive products to develop novel and improved products.
• Analyzes organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties, using FTIR, TGA/DSC, spectroscopic, rheological methodologies and other specific methodologies.
• Devises new equipment, and develops formulas, processes, and methods for solving technical problems.
• Comprehensively involved in experimentation of heat cured epoxy-based compounds and rubber/epoxy- based compound development, cure cycle improvements, catalyst system development, adhesive substrate development into automotive applications.
• Prepare reports, presentations based on conducted research, material composition, structure/property relationships, material characteristics etc.
• Prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, and tests.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or Chemical engineering.
• Epoxy Based Adhesive Chemistry
• Polymer based compound development
• Ability to lead and train new R&D members for various R&D activities.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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