Scientist II (Industrial Coatings)

Hempel A/S•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hempel, founded in Denmark in 1915, is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions. Across the globe, our products protect and beautify buildings, infrastructure and other assets, and play an essential role in our customers' businesses. They help minimize maintenance costs, improve aesthetics, and increase energy efficiency. Through our brands Hempel, Neogard, Crown Paints, Wattyl and Farrow & Ball, we provide solutions for the Marine, Energy, Infrastructure and Decorative industries. A Scientist II provides advanced expertise and leadership. This is an advanced level position for science degreed laboratory personnel with at least 5 years of coatings experience. This position requires the ability to carry out experiments and complete tasks with a high degree of uncertainty with an advanced level of judgement and independent thinking. At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together. Hempel is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions working with customers within the decorative, marine, infrastructure and energy industries. Our purpose is to shape a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions, and being owned by the Hempel Foundation gives us the stability, means and purpose to deliver lasting, positive change in the world. The Hempel Group is the owner and parent company of Crown Paints, Wattyl and the Neogard brand.

Requirements

Demonstrates a high level of quality and leadership with a demonstrated track record of significant, successful project commercialisations or technological advancements
Effective and proactive communication with Work Contacts such as peers, manager, senior management and other internal departments as well as customers
Ability to work to a timeline, effectively communicate obstacles and self-prioritize work activities in a low structure environment
Advanced level of formulation knowledge in multiple technologies as demonstrated by the ability to make complex formulation adjustments, including raw material choice, to modify properties as required with little to no supervision
Advanced level knowledge of testing procedures as demonstrated by the ability to operate advanced equipment or perform complex testing with no supervision
Ability to perform intermediate mathematical calculations such as stoichiometry
Ability to operate experimental design software
Ability to complete reporting requirements such as maintaining a laboratory notebook and/or generating customer ready reports using Microsoft Office to accurately document activities
Ability to work well in a team atmosphere and possessing the interpersonal skills required to effectively communicate with customers and other departments within Hempel
Successful completion of specialized testing for color vision may be required
BA, BS or MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Chemistry or related field
5+ years’ experience in Coatings or a closely related field

Responsibilities

Independent planning and ownership of project work with complete accountability for projects of advanced complexity
Advanced understanding of formulation techniques and raw materials in multiple technology areas
Experimental design of and application of Design for Lean Six Sigma formulation strategies
Identify and implement formulation, process, and testing upgrades to improve productivity
Serve as a team leader/Project Manager in Customization or New Solution/Technology Projects
Provide advanced technical support to internal and external customers including problem resolution that is complex in nature.
Customer support activities including on site presentations and technical support
Review of internal and external reports
May supervise technicians day to day activities

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage options that begin on your first day of employment
Flexible HSA and FSA options to manage healthcare and dependent care expenses
12 paid holidays
15 vacation days to start
6 personal days
Paid leave for jury duty and bereavement
401(k) plan options with immediate company match and full vesting from day one
Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage for the unexpected
Enjoy 16 weeks of fully paid maternity leave or 4 weeks of paid paternity leave, supporting you during life’s most important moments.
A strong flexibility policy making you thrive both in your job and privately