R&D- Engineer II

Sherwin-Williams; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams is seeking an R&D Engineer II in Minneapolis to lead development and testing of solvent and waterborne liquid coatings. You will collaborate with formulators, marketing, sales, and customers to advance technologies and meet performance and warranty expectations.

You will apply specialized knowledge in liquid coating processes, conduct experiments, and drive continuous improvement while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or Engineering required or similar
• 3+ years in liquid coating application, technical service, or R&D
• Experience with conventional air-spray, HVLP, pressure pots, and electrostatic hand spray

Responsibilities

• Communicating effectively with managers, customers, vendors, and stakeholders
• Hands-on development: applying, curing, and testing of new coating products
• Analyzing data to identify trends and support project advancement
• Leading technically complex projects with minimal supervision
• Establishing timelines and identifying resource needs
• Apply knowledge in liquid application equipment and coating chemistry to develop superior coatings
• Maintain housekeeping standards and lab equipment
• Implement continuous improvement efforts
• Mentor lower-level engineers and technicians

Skills

Liquid coating application

Technical service

Data visualization

Education

BS in Chemistry or Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial)

Tools

Robotic application equipment

SDS & raw materials management system

Job description

Job Description

R&D Engineer II will serve as an expert in the application of liquid coatings and will work in support of both solvent and waterborne technologies. This role requires close collaboration with our formulating lab, Marketing, Sales, and end customers to advance technologies and meet product performance and warranty expectations.

Responsibilities

• Communicating effectively and promptly with managers, customers, vendors, and other stakeholders. This includes delivering formal and informal presentations as needed.
• Hands-on development: applying, curing, and testing of new coating products.
• Analyzing data to identify trends, resolve customer issues, and assess information for project advancement.
• Leading technically complex projects or multiple simpler projects with minimal supervisor input.
• Establishing timelines and identifying resource needs to support project work.
• Apply specialized knowledge in liquid application equipment, application theory, liquid coating chemistry, pretreatment, and substrates to assist development of superior performance coatings and perform root cause analysis when problems arise.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and perform preventative maintenance for the liquid application lab.
• Implementation of continuous improvement efforts
• Use of SDS and raw materials management system
• Adherence to safety policies and laboratory documentation.
• May directly work with and mentor lower-level engineers, chemists, and technicians to support project goals.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial)
• Minimum of 3 years in liquid coating application, technical service, or research and development.
• Experience with Conventional air-spray, HVLP, Pressure Pots, and Electrostatic hand spray application.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Degree in Chemistry or Engineering
• 12+ years in liquid coating application or technical service
• Experience with any of the following liquid application methods: Airless/Air Assisted Airless, Electrostatic Air Assisted Airless, Rotary Bell, Turbo Disc
• Experience with robotic application equipment
• Experience in data visualization software to analyze large datasets.
• Experience at designing, executing and analyzing experimental studies to characterize product performance

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

• Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
• Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
• Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

It's all here for you... let’s Create Your Possible

A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ .

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

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