Polymer Chemist - Composites & Process Innovation

Resilient Structures; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan with company 2

Life and short-term disability insured

Additional life and long-term disabilt

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Resilient Structures is seeking a Polymer Chemist to advance polyurethane resins and thermoset systems for advanced composite applications. You will perform formulation, testing, and characterization to optimize materials and processes, collaborating with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to drive product development and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on manufacturing support in an industrial setting, with a focus on sustainability and low-carbon materials development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Materials Science.
• 5–10 years of experience with thermoset resins, polyurethane systems, or FRP composites.
• Hands-on experience in composite manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of polymer characterization, mechanical testing, and material properties.
• Experience with DOE, data analysis, and process optimization.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement skills.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize polyurethane and other thermoset resin systems.
• Conduct polymer formulation, testing, and material characterization using DSC, FTIR, DMA, and titration.
• Support composite manufacturing processes, including pultrusion, filament winding, RTM, injection molding, and vacuum infusion.
• Apply DOE and statistical analysis to improve processes and material performance.
• Investigate production and quality issues through troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to support product development and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and qualify raw materials, equipment, and processes.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, test records, and reports.
• Support sustainability initiatives involving low-carbon materials and recycling.

Skills

Thermoset resins

Polyurethane

Composite characterization

DOE

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Polymer Science

Tools

DSC

FTIR

DMA

Titration

Job description

Resilient Structures is seeking a Polymer Chemist to advance polyurethane resins and thermoset systems for advanced composite applications. You will perform formulation, testing, and characterization to optimize materials and processes, collaborating with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to drive product development and continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on manufacturing support in an industrial setting, with a focus on sustainability and low-carbon materials development.