Senior Chemist
Core
Transferring new products and technologies to production, managing projects from proposal to release, and conducting systematic experimentation for automotive OEM clients.
Role type
Senior IC chemist (polymer/chemical formulation)
Builds
New chemical formulations, proprietary products, and technical solutions for automotive and construction industries
Domain
Automotive and construction materials; polymer chemistry (thermoplastics, thermosets, polyurethane)
Required skills
DOE and statistical methods, FMEA and quality tools (IATF, Six Sigma), advanced analytical methods (rheology, spectroscopy), raw material evaluation, project management, technical writing, oral communication
Preferred skills
Polyurethane chemistry, experience introducing new chemical concepts to formulation work
Technologies
DOE, FMEA, IATF, Six Sigma, rheology, spectroscopy
Responsibilities
Evaluate competitive technologies and new raw materials; conduct feasibility studies and systematic experiments; identify BMAP and FMEA criteria; contact suppliers and negotiate testing criteria; visit assembly plants to provide technical solutions; utilize patent literature and publish research proposals; identify equipment needs and execute RPA.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC