Product Development Chemist

PPG•Allison Park, PA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Development Chemist , you will join PPG's Protective and Marine Coatings segment as part of the Atmospheric protection, Flooring, Ultra-fast Cure Product Development team. The position is posted in Cheswick, PA but the team will be moving to Allison Park, PA in early 2026. Based at our Coatings Innovation Center in Allison Park, PA, you will support R&D efforts and contribute to the development of innovative coating products. Working under the guidance of an experienced chemist, you will be involved in formulation development, spray/brush/roller application, and testing both commercial and experimental coatings. Your responsibilities will include contributing to and conducting experiments, generating data, assisting in data analysis, preparing samples, and communicating results to lead chemists and technical leadership and marketing teams. You will also help troubleshoot lab equipment and ensure all work complies with safety protocols and corporate standards. PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay. PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter. The PPG Way Every single day at PPG: We partner with customers to create mutual value. We are "One PPG" to the world. We trust our people every day, in every way. We make it happen. We run it like we own it. We do better today than yesterday – everyday. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [email protected]. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related Material Science field.
Experience with statistical tools for experimental design.
2+ years of related experience required
Familiarity with coating application techniques.
Knowledge of paint formulation, testing methods, and manufacturing process.

Nice To Haves

coating development/formulation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
Be a participant and contributor of the 6S and EHS teams.
Prepare samples, acquire data, and document results.
Conduct physical testing on liquid paints and coated panels (e.g. viscosity, rheology, adhesion, hardness, gloss, color, sag, flow, leveling, etc.).
Follow experimental procedures and produce reliable data promptly.
Contribute to experimental design and planning.
Perform project tasks under the guidance of a senior chemist.
Apply scientific methods to experimentation and analysis.
Provide recommendations that support project goals.
Collaborate with marketing/sales teams, customers, and the broader PPG technical community.
Ensure compliance with corporate policies and government regulations.
Apply chemistry and analytical knowledge to accelerate innovation and product development.