Lead Epoxy Chemist - UV-Stable Outdoor Adhesives

CPS Inc.; Rocky Hill (CT); Vor Ort; USD 130.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

All insurances

Work Life Balance

401K with immediate vesting

Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Zusammenfassung

CPS Inc. in Rocky Hill, CT is seeking a Principal Light Stable Epoxy Chemist to direct a small lab group and drive commercialization of UV-stable epoxy adhesives for outdoor use. You will mentor two lab technicians, oversee R&D projects from ideation to scale-up, and contribute to patents and presentations at conferences.

A growth track toward group leadership is emphasized. The role requires 5+ years in UV/light-stable epoxy systems, strong materials science expertise, and the ability to manage

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 5 years of experience in UV/light-stable epoxy (1K & 2K) systems for outdoor applications (required)
• Strong technical expertise in epoxy formulation and materials science, performance testing and validation, and outdoor durability and weatherability (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while managing multiple complex projects
• Management experience (preferred but not required)
• Willingness to travel up to 10%

Aufgaben

• Direct two Lab Techs in this group of 3 other chemists and serve as a mentor initially.
• Track into leadership role is HIGH.
• Design, develop, execute, and support on-time commercialization of new adhesive formulations and products (1K & 2K epoxy systems)
• Lead development of UV/light-stable epoxy formulations for outdoor applications, ensuring long-term durability and resistance
• Drive product development end-to-end from ideation through scale-up and commercialization
• Apply understanding of UV degradation and stabilization mechanisms to improve product performance in outdoor environments
• Understand state-of-the-art technology advancements and apply them to product development
• Generate new intellectual property (patents) aligned with business and innovation strategy
• Prepare and deliver presentations on research projects for internal teams, management, customers, and technical conferences
• Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams (R&D, manufacturing, marketing) to support successful product launch
• Perform all laboratory work in a safe manner and comply with all regulations, safety precautions, PPE requirements, and 5S processes
• Guide and mentor junior chemists and provide technical leadership within the team

Jobbeschreibung

CPS Inc. in Rocky Hill, CT is seeking a Principal Light Stable Epoxy Chemist to direct a small lab group and drive commercialization of UV-stable epoxy adhesives for outdoor use. You will mentor two lab technicians, oversee R&D projects from ideation to scale-up, and contribute to patents and presentations at conferences.

A growth track toward group leadership is emphasized. The role requires 5+ years in UV/light-stable epoxy systems, strong materials science expertise, and the ability to manage