Adhesive Technology Developer
Core
Develop hotmelt adhesive technologies, formulations, processing methods, and technology building blocks through feasibility studies, business cases, and projects.
Role type
Adhesive Technology Developer (R&D)
Builds
Scalable adhesive solutions (hotmelt, polymer, coating, sealant, elastomer, thermoplastic systems) (via careerplan.io/jobs/Adhesive-Technology-Developer-adhesive-technology-developer-at-tesa)
Domain
Materials Science / Polymer Engineering / Adhesive Technology
Required skills
Polymer science, adhesive formulation, hotmelt pressure-sensitive adhesive technology, thermoplastic elastomers (SIS, SBS, SEBS), natural rubber, polyolefin systems, analytical equipment operation, pilot scale trials, patent analysis, freedom-to-operate analysis
Preferred skills
M.S. or Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry
Technologies
SIS, SBS, SEBS, natural rubber, polyolefin
Responsibilities
Conduct experimental work including sample preparation, measurements, and trials at laboratory and pilot scale; coordinate and supervise pilot and production trials; advise on projects as a participant or project leader; contribute to patent applications and conduct state-of-the-art analyses; prepare written and verbal reports for international audiences; build and maintain internal and external networks with suppliers and collaborators
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC