Senior Scientist - CB3 - NM

Axalta; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta Coating Systems in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Scientist to manage the testing lab and lead ISO-17025 programs within the General Industrial Coatings Technology Group. The role involves coordinating multi-site testing, interpreting paint specs, and guiding R&D projects in coatings, plastics, and polymers.

The ideal candidate has a PhD/MS/BS in chemistry or related field with 5–10 years of lab or R&D leadership experience, strong statistical analysis skills, and the ability to travel as

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Coatings preferred.
• 5–10 years of practical R&D or test lab experience.
• Experience in testing methodology for coatings, plastics, composites, polymers.
• DOE techniques and statistical analysis knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage testing lab area and personnel.
• Coordinate test projects and iso-17025 program and certifications.
• Coordinate multi-site testing and interpret paint test specs and OEM testing processes.
• Administer ISO-17025-2017 program including audits, documentation and calibrations.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and weathering/DI water systems.
• Collaborate with internal and external testing labs; manage lab budgets.

Skills

Coatings testing

DOE techniques

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Independent & team work

Travel willingness

Education

BS/MS/PhD in Chemistry/Polymer Science/Coatings

Job description

## Senior Scientist - CB3 - NMApplylocations: Katy or The Woodlands or Greater Houstontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2026-18798Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.We are currently looking for a **Senior Scientist** to join us at our facility in **Houston, TX**.**Summary:**At Axalta, the strength of our company lies in our people, and our legacy is built on more than 150 years in the coatings industry. With over 12,000 employees globally and $6.5B annual revenue, singular focus on providing brilliant coatings sets us apart. Axalta Coating Systems is the only leading global coatings company dedicated solely to the development, manufacture and sale of liquid and powder coatings. We serve customers in the automotive, transportation, general industrial and architectural and decorative sectors. Our innovative products and services include paint, color matching tools, application technologies and customer training and business management systems.**Position Description:**Axalta Coating Systems is seeking an experienced individual to join our General Industrial Coatings Technology Group in Houston, Texas. The Senior Chemist will manage the testing lab area and personnel. They will be responsible for daily activities, coordinate test projects, organize and maintain ISO-17025 program and certifications, coordinate multi-site testing, understand and interpret paint test specifications and OEM testing program processes for General Industrial Americas regional business segments. The role of Senior Chemist will report to the Team Manager.**Responsibilities:*** Apply statistical methods to investigate problems and analyze results.* Organize objectives, set milestones and deliver results against aggressive timelines.* Assign, track and provide updates on multiple technical projects submitted to the Testing Lab.* Administer an established ISO-17025-2017 program. Includes internal and external audits, training, required documentation and equipment calibrations. Identify possible scope expansion opportunities.* Maintain and monitor various types of laboratory equipment to include DI Water System, Salt Fog, CCT and Humidity chambers. Maintain and monitor artificial weathering equipment such as Xenon Arc and QUV chambers.* Network and coordinate with internal and external testing lab sites.* Manage costs and test center budget.**Qualifications:*** Incumbent must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily and in a safe manner. The items listed below represent some of the knowledge, skills, and experience required.* BS/MS/PhD Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Coatings is preferred. Serious consideration will be given to degreed candidates in other science related fields with applicable work experience.* Must have at least 5-10 years of practical R&D or test lab experience. Laboratory management or technical leadership experience preferred.* Experience in testing methodology and techniques relating to Coatings, Plastics, Composites, Polymers is a plus.* Ability to develop and/or implement coating characterization testing methods, calibrate & run instrumentation and interpret results.* Knowledge of design of experiment (DOE) techniques and statistical analysis.* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), problem solving capabilities and the ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.* Willingness and ability to travel if needed.This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.**Our Company:**Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.**Recruitment Fraud Alert**: We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to [e-mail].1.2 - First/Mid Level Officials and Managers (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)