Advanced Scientist R&D

Salaried/Skilled Trades NSG Group•Northwood, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the development of adhesives & primers systems to support the North American and global automotive business and R&D development activities within the Northwood plant. This position will work independently with global teams on development projects. Also, this position will support internal & external customers and collaborate with suppliers. To be successful in this position, one needs to be proactive and have good organizational and communication skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years experience or Master’s degree with 1-3 years in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or equivalent experience
Excellent interpersonal and proven analytical, organizational & communication skills.
Proficient in the English language (verbal and written).
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Experience handling chemicals

Nice To Haves

Working experience preferably in polymer/adhesive/primers/automotive glass industry
Familiarity with ASTM or other standardized test methods
Strong and proven leadership skills

Responsibilities

Develop/evaluate new or improved adhesive and primer systems for automotive glass and report results to OE personnel and suppliers/customers
Evaluate bonding to new substrates or coatings and the effect of surface treatment techniques
Assist process development engineers with control plans for new parts or processes by performing studies to determine the effect of process variables
Collaborate with suppliers to test new primers and adhesive system suitable to Pilkington products & process
Perform physical/mechanical testing using Instron Universal Test Machines, Impact and Torque testers, weathering equipment and other durability testing
Conduct chemical & physical analysis on samples using techniques such as FT-IR, DSC, and SEM-EDS
Perform validation testing according to customer specifications
Manage and conduct statistical analysis of data, communicate results.
Present and discuss testing results with internal & external team and/or customers.
Write technical reports in a clear, concise & timely manner.
Train and mentor student interns, who may assist with sample preparation, mechanical testing, and data management.
Manage both short-term and long-term R&D projects globally.
Support in maintaining chemical inventory, SDS database, and proper disposal of hazardous waste
Assist with Process Audits
Create and maintain SOPs for new and altered equipment.
Adhere to Northwood EHS policies and assist with recycling and other ISO14001 targets and objectives
Maintain Quality records (e.g. laboratory notebook and documents) in accordance with TS16949 standards
Adhere to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
Other duties as assigned by manager