Advanced Scientist R&D

Default Brand; Northwood (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Education assistance

Job summary

NSG Group/Pilkington is seeking a hands-on R&D chemist/engineer to develop adhesives and primers for automotive glass at the Northwood plant. You will work with global teams, analyze bonding to substrates, perform advanced material tests, and present results to customers and suppliers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s (or Master’s) in chemistry-related fields, strong analytical skills, and experience handling chemicals. On-site position with comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science; 3–5 years experience
• Master’s degree in relevant field with 1–3 years experience
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Proficient in English (verbal and written)
• Experience handling chemicals

Responsibilities

• Develop/evaluate new or improved adhesive and primer systems for automotive glass
• Evaluate bonding to new substrates or coatings and surface treatments
• Assist process development engineers with design of experiments and control plans
• Collaborate with suppliers to test primers and adhesive systems
• Perform physical/mechanical testing using Instron and other equipment
• Conduct chemical/physical analysis using FT-IR, DSC, SEM-EDS
• Manage data analysis, document results, and present findings
• Train and mentor student interns and manage long-term R&D projects

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Master's degree (1–3 years) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Purpose:

This position is responsible for development of adhesives & primers systems to support the north American and global automotive business and R&D development activities within Northwood plant. This position will work independently with global teams on development projects. Also, this position will support internal & external customers and collaborate with suppliers. To be successful in this position, one needs to be proactive and have good organizational and communication skills.

Essential Functions:

• Develop/evaluate new or improved adhesive and primer systems for automotive glass and report results to OE personnel and suppliers/customers
• Evaluate bonding to new substrates or coatings and the effect of surface treatment techniques
• Assist process development engineers with control plans for new parts or processes by performing studies to determine the effect of process variables
• Collaborate with suppliers to test new primers and adhesive system suitable to Pilkington products & process
• Perform physical/mechanical testing using Instron Universal Test Machines, Impact and Torque testers, weathering equipment and other durability testing
• Conduct chemical & physical analysis on samples using techniques such as FT-IR, DSC, and SEM-EDS
• Perform validation testing according to customer specifications
• Manage and conduct statistical analysis of data, communicate results. Present and discuss testing results with internal & external team and/or customers. Write technical reports in a clear, concise & timely manner.
• Train and mentor student interns, who may assist with sample preparation, mechanical testing, and data management.
• Manage both short-term and long-term R&D projects globally.
• Support in maintaining chemical inventory, SDS database, and proper disposal of hazardous waste
• Assist with Process Audits
• Create and maintain SOPs for new and altered equipment.
• Adhere to Northwood EHS policies and assist with recycling and other ISO14001 targets and objectives
• Maintain Quality records (e.g. laboratory notebook and documents) in accordance with TS16949 standards
• Adhere to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Customer focus – Actively seeks to understand internal & external customer circumstances, problems, expectations and needs.
• Innovative & change – Open to change and actively interested in new developments and technologies
• Safety & Quality focus – Demonstrate a visible commitment to safety, quality and ethical behavior.

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years experience or Master’s degree with 1-3 years in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or equivalent experience
• Excellent interpersonal and proven analytical, organizational & communication skills.
• Proficient in the English language (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience handling chemicals

Qualifications Desired:

• Working experience preferably in polymer/adhesive/primers/automotive glass industry
• Familiarity with ASTM or other standardized test methods
• Strong and proven leadership skills

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

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