Polymer Chemist - Paying up to $120,000/yr.

Description:

Involved in all aspects of R&D activities of polymer/rubber/epoxy-based compounding for materials in the plant (Including new product innovation, cost improvements, process efficiencies, and quality issues).
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.
Involved in product testing and certifications to major automotive manufacturer’s product standards.
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.
Ability to communicate with outside vendors, customers, and internal research and development groups.
Performs job responsibilities in compliance with ISO/TS 16949; ISO 14001; and OHSAS 18001.
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.
Analyzes future new products trend, create new business opportunity by developing new products, new technologies and new processes.
Must be able to travel domestically or internationally if necessary.

Skills & Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year College or university with either Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or Chemical engineering, or related majors; or graduate degree with similar majors.
2-5 years’ experience in a similar industry.
Ability to lead and train new R&D members for various R&D activities.
Be able to multitask various major development projects, including identifying goals, setting up task list, make timeline, etc.

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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