R&D Chemist

BECKER INDUSTRIAL COATINGS AB; Märsta; On-site; SEK 520,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Becker Industrial Coatings AB in Sweden is seeking an R&D Chemist to develop and improve sustainable coating systems for Nordic coil coating and automotive customers. You will join a skilled R&D team consisting of chemists, colorists, and technical experts, working closely with production, sales, suppliers, and Beckers' global R&D organization.

You will report to the R&D Manager Sweden. The role emphasizes solvent sustainability, product development, data documentation, and presenting results to

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry.
• Experience from the coatings/paints/surface treatment industry is an advantage.
• Analytical, responsible, and quality-focused.
• Innovative mindset and willingness to learn and grow.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Optimize solvent compositions with a focus on sustainability and safety.
• Develop and modify coating products based on customer requirements.
• Evaluate product performance and document results.
• Lead and execute development projects according to agreed plans.
• Present results and recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Maintain close collaboration with suppliers and colleagues across Beckers.
• Share technical knowledge and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with Beckers' safety standards and values.

Skills

Analytical

Quality-focused

Innovative mindset

Team collaboration

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

BSc or MSc in Chemistry

Job description

Do you want to help develop the next generation of sustainable coating systems? Are you innovative, analytical, and motivated by working closely with customers and colleagues across different functions? Then you might be the person we are looking for.

As R&D Chemist, you will develop and improve coating systems for our Nordic coil coating and automotive customers. You will be part of a skilled R&D team consisting of chemists, colorists, and technical experts, working closely with production, sales, suppliers, and Beckers' global R&D organization. You will report to the R&D Manager Sweden.

Key responsibilities

• Optimize solvent compositions with a focus on sustainability and safety
• Develop and modify coating products based on customer requirements
• Evaluate product performance and document results
• Lead and execute development projects according to agreed plans
• Present results and recommendations to key stakeholders
• Maintain close collaboration with suppliers and colleagues across Beckers
• Share technical knowledge and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Beckers' safety standards and values

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry
• Experience from the coatings, paints, or surface treatment industry is an advantage
• Analytical, responsible, and quality-focused
• Innovative mindset and willingness to learn and grow
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken