Polymer Scientist

Shell; Monaca (Beaver County); On-site; USD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

Shell seeks a Polymer Scientist to join the Monaca, PA team, focusing on polymer characterization, supporting customer applications and product development, with hands‑on PE resin work and advanced analytics.

The role involves conducting tests, operating GPC, HPLC, GC‑MS, and generating technical reports, while collaborating with manufacturing and commercial teams to present findings to diverse audiences. A bachelor’s degree is required, a master’s preferred, with relocation to Monaca.

Qualifications

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full‑time basis for anyone other than current employer.
• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of industry experience in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with Polyethylene (PE) resins is highly preferred.
• Preferably proven experience with GPC, HPLC, GC‑MS, and other polymer analyses.
• Strong hands‑on laboratory and analytical expertise.
• Experience operating analytical instruments and interpreting complex datasets.
• Experience in developing analytical methods.
• Must be willing and able to relocate to the Shell Polymers Monaca area.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer interaction and relationship‑building capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands‑on laboratory testing and polymer characterization studies
• Operate advanced analytical instruments and interpret resulting data
• Perform polymer analyses using techniques such as Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC‑MS), and other relevant methodologies
• Process, analyze, and communicate test results and technical findings
• Investigate material performance and support troubleshooting efforts
• Collaborate with manufacturing, technical service, and commercial teams
• Generate technical reports and present findings to a variety of audiences

Skills

Polymer science

GPC

HPLC

GC-MS

Analytical methods

Laboratory testing

Data interpretation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

GPC instruments

HPLC instruments

GC-MS instruments

Job description

Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Family Group: Process Engineering Worker Type: Regular Posting Start Date: October 12, 2026 Business Unit: Downstream and Renewables Experience Level: Experienced Professionals

What’s the role Shell is seeking a Polymer Scientist to join its team in Monaca, PA. We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Polymer Scientist to support polymer characterization, customer application needs, and product development. The successful candidate will leverage advanced analytical techniques, laboratory expertise, and strong communication skills to evaluate polyethylene materials, interpret complex data, and provide technical recommendations to internal and external stakeholders.

Accountabilities

• Conduct hands‑on laboratory testing and polymer characterization studies
• Operate advanced analytical instruments and interpret resulting data
• Perform polymer analyses using techniques such as Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC), High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC‑MS), and other relevant methodologies
• Process, analyze, and communicate test results and technical findings
• Investigate material performance and support troubleshooting efforts
• Collaborate with manufacturing, technical service, and commercial teams
• Generate technical reports and present findings to a variety of audiences

What you bring

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full‑time basis for anyone other than current employer
• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred
• At least 3 years of industry experience in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline
• Hands‑on experience with Polyethylene (PE) resins is highly preferred
• Preferably proven experience with GPC, HPLC, GC‑MS, and other polymer analyses
• Strong hands‑on laboratory and analytical expertise
• Experience operating analytical instruments and interpreting complex datasets
• Experience in developing analytical methods
• Must be willing and able to relocate to the Shell Polymers Monaca area
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer interaction and relationship‑building capabilities

What we offer

• The base salary range for this position is $103,000 - $155,000 per year.
• Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
• For regular full‑time or regular part‑time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs.
• Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan.
• Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non‑birthing parents.
• Additionally, employees are eligible for short‑term disability leave for up to 26 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay as well as Long‑Term Disability insurance.
• Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long‑term incentives.
• For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays.
• Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html.

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself. Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise Achieve your balance in a values‑led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself Benefit from flexible working hours, and the possibility of remote/mobile working Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world. Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non‑birthing parents Join an organization working to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs

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