Senior Coatings Formulation Scientist

Ground Effects LLC; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ground Effects LLC in the United States is seeking a Senior Product Development Chemist to guide formulation strategy and chemistry decisions for designated product families. You will balance performance, manufacturability, quality, cost, and regulatory considerations while serving as a technical authority across R&D and Operations.

You will lead complex investigations, evaluate raw materials, and translate findings into actionable guidance for lab, production, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• BS degree in a relevant technical field is required.
• Advanced degree preferred for senior roles.
• Experience with coatings, polymers, or product development highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead formulation strategy for assigned product families based on data and business needs.
• Evaluate options balancing performance, manufacturability, cost, and risk.
• Provide advanced technical support across R&D, manufacturing, and QA.
• Ensure rigorous documentation, compliance, and quality standards.

Skills

Coatings knowledge

Formulation leadership

Analytical skills

Documentation discipline

MS Office proficiency

Education

BS degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field

MS or PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laboratory software

Job description

Ground Effects LLC in the United States is seeking a Senior Product Development Chemist to guide formulation strategy and chemistry decisions for designated product families. You will balance performance, manufacturability, quality, cost, and regulatory considerations while serving as a technical authority across R&D and Operations.

You will lead complex investigations, evaluate raw materials, and translate findings into actionable guidance for lab, production, and quality teams.