S&T Product Development Chemist, Expert

PPG Industries, Inc; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an S&T Product Development Chemist, Expert to join their team. This role focuses on developing innovative coatings solutions, including high-temperature resistant and corrosion-resistant coatings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in polymer chemistry and coatings formulation, with at least five years of relevant experience. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating technical activities, conducting laboratory tests, and formulating new products. If you are passionate about chemistry and looking to make a significant impact in the coatings industry, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in coatings formulation and application.
• Strong knowledge of polymer chemistry and laboratory experiment design.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative technical solutions for chemical coatings.
• Conduct laboratory tests and formulate new coatings.

Skills

Coatings Formulation

Polymer Chemistry

Laboratory Experiment Design

Statistical Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Polymer Science

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

ASTM Standards

ISO Standards

Job description

S&T Product Development Chemist, Expert

PPG Industries, Inc. has an opening for an S&T Product Development Chemist, Expert position in Cheswick, PA. The role involves developing innovative technical solutions for chemical coatings, including formulating high-temperature resistant, insulating, and corrosion-resistant coatings.

1. Plan and coordinate technical activities for new development projects.
2. Conduct laboratory preparations, chemical tests, and investigations to support new coating product development, including designing high-temperature coating testing procedures and conducting experimental formulations.
3. Formulate new coatings or improve existing products using chemistries such as epoxy, polyurethane, siloxane, and inorganic zinc silicate, in solvent-based high solids, solvent-less, and water-based technologies, mainly for high-temperature exposures and corrosion protection in heavy-duty Protective and Marine markets.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Polymers and Coatings Technology, or Chemical Engineering.
• At least five (5) years of post-baccalaureate experience in a related position.
• Experience with coatings formulation (5 years), spray apply coatings (3 years), and ASTM/ISO test standards for coatings (3 years).
• Knowledge of polymer chemistry, designing laboratory experiments with statistical tools, and literature search and interpretation (including patents, journal publications, and coating technology magazines).

Experience can be concurrent.

Apply online at careers.ppg.com.