Polymer Chemist II

Syensqo • Alpharetta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Polymer Chemist II will support R&I activities focused on raw material qualification, resin process development, and scale-up from laboratory to pre-pilot manufacturing. This role requires a strong understanding of polymer chemistry combined with practical knowledge of chemical processing, reaction engineering, and reactor operation. The successful candidate will spend a significant portion of their time operating laboratory and pre-pilot scale reaction systems, executing experimental plans, troubleshooting process issues, evaluating raw materials, and supporting scale-up efforts. This position works closely with Research Engineers, Scientists, and Manufacturing teams to develop robust and scalable resin manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of industrial experience in polymer, resin, coatings, adhesives, composites, or specialty chemical development.
• Experience operating laboratory or pilot-scale reactors.
• Knowledge of polymerization reactions and reaction mechanisms.
• Understanding of heat transfer, mixing, agitation, and scale-up fundamentals.
• Strong troubleshooting and experimental problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Chemical Engineering degree strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting pilot plant operations.
• Familiarity with reactor mechanical systems including agitators, vacuum systems, condensers, pumps, and heat transfer equipment.
• Experience with raw material qualification programs and supplier evaluations.
• Knowledge of design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis techniques.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting jacketed reactors, agitator systems, condensers, vacuum systems, and other pilot-scale process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate laboratory and pre-pilot scale reactors to support resin development and scale-up activities.
• Prepare and charge raw materials according to experimental procedures.
• Monitor and control reaction conditions including temperature, agitation, pressure, vacuum, and feed rates.
• Execute polymer synthesis and process development experiments.
• Support scale-up of resin processes from laboratory to pilot-scale manufacturing.
• Evaluate and qualify new and alternative raw materials.
• Prepare and submit samples for analytical, physical, and performance testing.
• Analyze testing results and correlate performance with process conditions and raw material characteristics.
• Troubleshoot reactor, process, and equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and technical reports.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to support commercialization and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support safe operation of laboratory and pre-pilot facilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
• 401-K Match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level