Polymer Chemist – Electrical Insulation & Coatings

Essex Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex Solutions in Fort Wayne, IN, seeks a Polymer Scientist to join its R&D team. You will help develop insulation materials for magnet wire applications, formulate coatings, and evaluate raw materials to mitigate supply chain risks.

The role emphasizes hands‑on polymer synthesis, testing, and process optimization, with collaboration across engineering and manufacturing to meet customer performance requirements.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Polymer Science or Chemistry with at least 1–3 years of experience developing insulation systems.
• Experience formulating coatings for electrical insulation applications.
• Ability to work independently in a multi-disciplinary team and document results.
• Hands‑on experience with polymer synthesis, evaluation, and process experimentation.
• Strong PC skills and familiarity with statistical tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide application support to manufacturing plants and assist in introducing new materials.
• Evaluate new and existing raw materials and report on supply chain risks for chemical and magnet wire plants.
• Implement and sustain 5S in the laboratory and manufacturing environments.
• Collaborate with R&D chemists and engineers to develop magnet wire insulation products and optimize coating formulations.
• Investigate and develop practical inventions or modifications for insulation systems and participate in feasibility studies.

Education

BS degree in Polymer Science or Chemistry

MS in Polymer Science or Chemistry with a strong concentration in electrical insulation materials

Tools

Origin PRO

Minitab

DOE software

Job description

Essex Solutions in Fort Wayne, IN, seeks a Polymer Scientist to join its R&D team. You will help develop insulation materials for magnet wire applications, formulate coatings, and evaluate raw materials to mitigate supply chain risks.

The role emphasizes hands‑on polymer synthesis, testing, and process optimization, with collaboration across engineering and manufacturing to meet customer performance requirements.