Senior Scientist

axalta; Vadodara; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Axalta is seeking an experienced chemist to apply coatings knowledge across automotive refinishes and related products. You will prepare paint samples, test per specifications, interpret results, and contribute to work plans while meeting milestones.

You will present findings in internal meetings, engage with customers and suppliers, and support manufacturing for alignment batches. A strong emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and safety is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate or postgraduate in Chemistry, Polymer science, or Paint Technology.
• Minimum 8–10 years in coatings or allied industry.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in Hindi and English.
• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of coatings, resins, and curing chemistries to product applications.
• Prepare paint samples (pre-mixing, grinding, thinning) per guidelines.
• Interpret results, suggest next steps, and manage daily workflow.
• Present progress and results at project team meetings.
• Contribute to customer/supplier discussions and meetings.
• Support manufacturing for alignment batches and process improvements.
• Visit customers for product launches and issue resolution.
• Maintain 5S and safety in lab and office areas.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Hindi language

English language

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Graduate in Chemistry/Polymer/Paint technology

Postgraduate in Chemistry/Polymer/Paint technology

Diploma in Paint Technology

Job description

Primary Function:

Brief Job Description: Knowledge and use of concepts, practices, procedures. Applies basic knowledge of coatings, resins, and curing chemistries for certain segment, technology, or process to a business specific application for Automotive refinish. Panel preparation & testing as per product specification. Interprets and analyzes results, makes suggestions on path forward and contributes to formulating work plans and managing daily workflow {involves Preparing paint samples (including Pre-mixing, Grinding, Thinning) as per Formulation / Guidelines given by Supervisor; Panel preparation & testing as per product specification} Produces accurate and timely results with guidance from supervisor defined timeline (multi-projects); Has proven ability to meet project milestones. Demonstrates ownership mindset and removes obstacles to deliver on commitments. Authority and decision making are limited to decisions of low and moderate impact. Provides input into technical discussions. Effectively communicates work progress/research results by giving internal presentations at project team meetings. Participates in customer and supplier meetings. Supports manufacturing for alignment batches. Visit Customer for New product launch, Issue resolution etc. To maintain 5S & Safety in Laboratory & office area. Accomplish other tasks assigned by superior.

Education Qualification & Experience:

Graduate / Postgraduate in Chemistry, Polymer science, Paint Technology, Chemical engineering, Diploma in Paint Technology. Minimum 8-10 years related work experience in Coatings or allied industry.

Competencies Required:

• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Should know Hindi, English.
• Ability to present according to the audience.
• Strong Interpersonal skills, Networking ability and Team player Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allow us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

2 - Professionals (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)

We consider an individual's qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.