R+D Chemist

CPS, Inc.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits M/D/V

Job summary

Chemical manufacturer is seeking an R&D Chemist with a bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of formulation experience in epoxy or polyurethane. The role offers exposure to all aspects of R&D and strong benefits.

The incumbent will lead development of new products, formulate potting compounds, adhesives, sealants, and coatings, and verify performance to meet customer specs and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry (required).
• 5–15 years of epoxy and polyurethane formulation experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of commercially viable new products.
• Formulate electrical potting compounds, adhesives, sealants, and coatings.
• Conduct testing and validation to meet customer specs and industry standards.
• Troubleshoot product issues and provide technical support to customers.
• Expand the product portfolio by exploring new chemistries and opportunities.
• Work with epoxy, urethane, polyurea, waterborne chemistries, including dispersions.
• Develop formulations for thermal conductivity, flame resistance, insulation, and chemical resistance.
• Ensure formulations meet UL and third‑party testing requirements.
• Optimize formulations for performance, manufacturing, and cost.

Skills

Epoxy & polyurethane formulation

Analytical testing in lab

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Viscometers

TMA

DSC

TGA

Instron

FTIR

Job description

R+D Chemist

Chemical manufacturer is seeking a bachelor’s degreed chemist with 3+ years of formulation experience in epoxy or polyurethanes. Company offers ability to see all aspects of R+D and great benefits.

Duties

• Lead the development of commercially viable new products.
• Formulate electrical potting compounds, adhesives, sealants, and industrial coatings, including 100% solids and waterborne systems.
• Conduct testing and validation to ensure products meet customer specifications and applicable industry standards.
• Troubleshoot product issues and provide technical support to customers.
• Expand their product portfolio by exploring new technologies, chemistries, and product opportunities.
• Work with epoxy, urethane, polyurea, and waterborne chemistries, including acrylic and urethane dispersions and PVA.
• Develop formulations that enhance thermal conductivity, flame resistance, stress relief, electrical insulation, and environmental and chemical resistance.
• Ensure formulations meet applicable UL and third‑party testing requirements.
• Optimize formulations for product performance, manufacturing capabilities, and cost effectiveness.
• Evaluate new raw materials and technologies for potential product applications.
• Work closely with Sales, Management, R&D Chemists, and Laboratory Technicians to align product development efforts with customer needs and business objectives.
• Provide technical information and documentation to support regulatory compliance.
• Assist Production with improving processing capabilities, manufacturing efficiency, and quality control.
• Collaborate with internal teams to troubleshoot product and manufacturing challenges.
• Provide technical recommendations and formulation guidance to support customer applications.
• Evaluate new business and product opportunities and recommend existing products when appropriate.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, materials, and chemistries relevant to their industry.
• Coordinate external testing and contract laboratories as needed.
• Support continuous improvement and expansion of the company’s product portfolio.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary

$60,000 - $90,000

Benefits

• Benefits M/D/V

Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry
• 5-15 years of relevant epoxy and polyurethane formulation experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities in a laboratory setting.
• Proficiency with viscometers, TMA, DSC, TGA, Instron, FTIR and other standard lab equipment.