Principal Scientist - Adhesives & Tape Development
Amrize•Norcross, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Principal Scientist to join our team in Norcross, GA. In this role, you will be the technical expert driving the development, testing, and optimization of our industrial and vacuum seal tape product lines. You will bridge the gap between R&D and the end-user, ensuring our tapes perform flawlessly in their intended environments. The ideal candidate will have deep familiarity with tape formulations, application processes, and hands-on troubleshooting.
Requirements
- Master’s, or Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, or a related field.
- 20+ years of direct experience formulating, testing, or applying industrial tapes, or pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs).
- Deep understanding of tape mechanics, surface energy, adhesion promoters, and rheology.
- Proven track record of troubleshooting material failures and resolving complex chemical or mechanical application issues.
- Ability to translate complex technical data into actionable advice for manufacturing teams and end-use customers.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with composite manufacturing, autoclave curing, and vacuum bagging is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Design and optimize tape formulations (including base elastomers, tackifiers, and high-temperature pigments) to meet strict adhesion, thermal, and autoclave requirements.
- Define, test, and document the optimal application processes for our tapes to ensure maximum performance and user success.
- Act as the lead technical resource for troubleshooting manufacturing and customer issues. Identify root causes of failures such as loss of tack, outgassing, pigment bleeding, or cohesive failures, and implement corrective actions.
- Design and execute testing protocols to simulate real-world conditions (e.g., high-heat cure cycles, pressure testing, and chemical compatibility) to validate product reliability.
- Work closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Sales teams to scale new products from lab formulation to full production, ensuring quality standards are maintained.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
