R&D Chemical Technician – Corrosion & Electrochemistry

Prestone Official; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth

Health benefits + Telemedicine

Vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

PFX Group is seeking a chemist/engineer for its Danbury, CT R&D lab to design and test thermal management fluids. You will conduct corrosion and electrochemical analyses, prepare samples, and document results to support development and manufacturing transitions.

The role requires a chemistry-related degree, lab experience in corrosion testing, and strong data-recording skills. On-site, Monday–Friday at our CT facility with safety and IP protection responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or a related field.
• Experience in a chemical research lab, preferably electrochemistry or automotive fluids.
• Familiarity with electrochemical techniques (polarization, impedance, Tafel) and corrosion measurements.
• Strong record-keeping and data recording abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the R&D team to design and develop thermal management fluids and related tests.
• Set up experiments to evaluate corrosion protection, properties, and performance of fluids.
• Perform polarization and corrosion tests at various temperatures and conditions.
• Prepare and analyze heat transfer fluid solutions and metal samples for corrosion tests.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment and ensure safety compliance.
• Document data, prepare reports, and present findings to the R&D team.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize device performance and propose solutions.
• Assist in documenting procedures and protecting IP; support transfer to manufacturing.

Skills

Electrochemical techniques

Data analysis

Laboratory skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

Lab equipment calibration

Job description

PFX Group is seeking a chemist/engineer for its Danbury, CT R&D lab to design and test thermal management fluids. You will conduct corrosion and electrochemical analyses, prepare samples, and document results to support development and manufacturing transitions.

The role requires a chemistry-related degree, lab experience in corrosion testing, and strong data-recording skills. On-site, Monday–Friday at our CT facility with safety and IP protection responsibilities.