Scientist Chemist

Crosslinked; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 106,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel is seeking a Scientist Chemist in Salt Lake City, UT, to advance research on polyacrylonitrile conversion, carbon fiber surface treatments, and sizing chemistry impacting CFRP performance. You will link lab findings to production-scale applications and collaborate across R&D, operations, and business teams.

The role requires a PhD and experience with surface characterization techniques such as XPS, ToF-SIMS, AFM, SEM, Raman, or FTIR, and programming knowledge (Python/SQL/MATLAB/R) is a

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field (Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Physics).
• Strong background in surface chemistry or interfacial science and materials characterization.
• Experience with design of experiments and statistical analysis including measurement system analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate theories linking PAN conversion, carbon fiber surface characteristics, sizing chemistry, and composite performance.
• Lead cross-functional research to establish structure-property relationships using materials characterization and testing methods.
• Define strategies for next-generation carbon fiber products meeting customer and business needs.
• Plan and execute laboratory, pilot-scale, and manufacturing-scale trials using DOE and statistics.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Research planning

Education

PhD in Materials Science or Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

XPS

ToF-SIMS

AFM

SEM

Raman

FTIR

Python

SQL

MATLAB

R

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Scientist Chemist

Hexcel

• Salt Lake City, UT,yesterday,verified 2 h ago

PhD-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $137k (152 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Research carbon fiber surface and sizing chemistry to link processing to composite performance and drive next-gen fiber products.

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Why it is interesting.

Subject matter expert role linking PAN conversion and fiber surface chemistry to CFRP performance, from lab to production scale

Deep specialist PhD-friendly

Core polymer role:Develop theories linking PAN conversion, carbon fiber surface, sizing chemistry and composite performance; XPS, ToF-SIMS, AFM, Raman characterization

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Seniority Mid-level

Work On-site

Type Full-time

Degree PhD

Industry Aerospace

Role R&D / Research

Materials

carbon fiber,74 rolespolyacrylonitrilesizing chemistryCFRP composites

Techniques

XPS,95 rolesToF-SIMS,11 rolesAFM,79 rolesSEM,324 rolesRaman,20 rolesFTIR,259 roles

Role details

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.” Hexcel is currently seeking a Scientist Chemist for our Salt Lake City, UT, USA location.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations: Develop and validate scientific theories linking polyacrylonitrile conversion conditions, carbon fiber surface characteristics, sizing chemistry, and composite performance. Lead cross-functional research to establish structure-property relationships using materials characterization and composite testing methods. Define strategies for next-generation carbon fiber products that meet customer and business requirements. Plan and execute laboratory, pilot-scale, and manufacturing-scale trials using design of experiments and appropriate statistical analysis.

Apply surface and interface characterization techniques and serve as the subject matter expert for carbon fiber sizing and surface treatment processes. Support scale-up, root-cause investigations, and customer-facing technical challenges related to fiber surface, interface, and CFRP performance.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Physics, or a related field. Knowledge of surface chemistry, interfacial science, materials characterization, polymer science, carbon fibers, graphitic materials, or composite materials. Experience planning experiments, analyzing data, and applying statistical methods, including design of experiments and measurement system analysis. Experience with one or more characterization methods such as XPS, ToF-SIMS, AFM, SEM, Raman, or FTIR. Ability to apply engineering principles to scale new products and processes from laboratory through production and work effectively across R&D, operations, and business teams. Ability to communicate technical information through reports, procedures, presentations, and discussions with managers, customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. Programming experience using Python, SQL, MATLAB, or R is a plus. Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.

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Common questions

Does Hexcel sponsor H-1B visas?

Hexcel has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Scientist Chemist role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Scientist Chemist role at Hexcel based?

This role is based in Salt Lake City, UT.

What degree is required for the Scientist Chemist role at Hexcel?

This role asks for a PhD.

What polymers or materials does this Scientist Chemist role work with?

carbon fiber, polyacrylonitrile, sizing chemistry, CFRP composites.

What techniques or methods are required for this Scientist Chemist role?

XPS, ToF-SIMS, AFM, SEM, Raman.