Senior Scientist (Industrial Coatings)

Hempel A/S•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Senior Scientist will lead the research, development, and commercialization of high‑performance coatings that meet stringent industrial and OEM requirements—delivering superior corrosion protection, durability, application efficiency, and regulatory compliance for oil & gas pipelines, coil lines, and OEM partners.

Requirements

B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
7–10+ years of industrial coatings R&D experience with demonstrated commercialization success.
Strong expertise in resin chemistries, cure mechanisms, and hands‑on formulation, application, and testing to ASTM/ISO/API/NACE/AMPP standards.
Proven experience scaling formulations from lab to plant and establishing QC/QA specifications.
Strong data analysis capabilities and clear, concise technical communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with pipeline, coil, or OEM coatings; familiarity with cathodic protection environments, CUI mitigation, and surface preparation/pretreatment systems.
Understanding of sustainability frameworks and global regulatory requirements.
Experience contributing to IP (patent drafting, landscaping) and conducting literature/competitive reviews.
Proficiency with ELN, LIMS, and data visualization or statistical tools.

Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end formulation development and manage Stage‑Gate projects from concept through commercialization.
Formulate, screen, and optimize resin/pigment/additive systems for corrosion resistance, mechanical performance, cure chemistry, and other target properties.
Design and analyze DOE studies using statistical methods.
Prepare and apply panels via drawdown, spray, and coil‑line simulation.
Develop and execute test plans aligned with ASTM, ISO, API, and NACE/AMPP standards, including adhesion, flexibility, impact, hardness, abrasion, corrosion/weathering, and chemical resistance testing.
Document results, write technical reports, and create specification sheets.
Partner with Process Engineering and Production to scale formulations, run pilot batches, and establish QC methods and specifications.
Lead technical discussions with customers and OEMs, support on‑site trials, and troubleshoot application issues.
Evaluate alternative raw materials for performance, cost, and sustainability.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with Product Management, Sales, Procurement, and mentor junior scientists.
Maintain project plans, risk registers, and milestone reporting.
Develop application guides, safety materials, and training content.
Contribute to IP strategy, literature reviews, and competitive benchmarking.

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