Researcher (Chemist)

Dyno Nobel Inc.; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

Health benefits including HSA

Dental plan with orthodontic option

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Dyno Nobel Inc. is seeking a Researcher / Chemist in Simsbury, CT to drive research, development, and testing of Initiation System products.

You will lead new product development, optimize manufacturing processes, and perform rigorous lab testing to ensure safety and performance. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and 5+ years in related fields, with strong data analysis, project management, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required.
• 5+ years in product design, materials development, or process chemistry.
• Hands-on experience with product testing and validation.
• Strong project management, data analysis, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency with analytical instruments and lab procedures.
• Effective team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products and/or improve existing products to meet quality goals.
• Support and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Conduct laboratory testing on new or improved products to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Record and share test results with management, supervisors, sales reps, or customers.
• Support customer complaint resolution activities as required.
• Plan, execute, and report on experimental testing.
• Document results and share with stakeholders.
• Assist with patent filings with technical input.
• Supervise lab staff to ensure proper training and testing procedures.
• Analyze competitor products to identify opportunities for innovation.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Lab procedures

Analytical instruments

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You’ll Do

As a Researcher / Chemist, you will be responsible for research and technology, new product development, process and product improvements, product technology and testing activities relating to Initiation System (IS) products. Other duties include:

• Develop new products and/or improve existing products in order to improve the quality of Dyno Nobel products in accordance with company goals.
• Support and optimize manufacturing processes.
• Conduct laboratory and testing on new or improved products in order to ensure safe and accurate testing.
• Record and maintain results of all tests conducted in order to support analyses and share results with Management, Supervisors, sales representatives, or customers
• Support customer complaint resolution activities as required.
• Plan, execute, and report on experimental testing.
• Conduct lab testing to ensure product safety and performance.
• Document and share test results with relevant stakeholders.
• Support patent filings with accurate technical input.
• Supervise lab staff to ensure proper training and testing procedures.
• Analyze competitor products to identify opportunities for innovation.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• 5+ years in product design, materials development, or process chemistry.
• Hands-on experience with product testing and validation
• Strong project management, data analysis, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency with analytical instruments and lab procedures.
• Effective team player with strong communication skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work across functional teams.

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks vacation + 12paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Matching 401K Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Generous paid parental leave
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.*