Lead R&D Engineer
Education and Experience
· Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science or Material Science is required. Advanced Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science or Material Science is Preferred.
· Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience. 10 plus years of relevant industry experience is preferred.
· Demonstrated success in the development of elastomers technology to meet end use needs
· Proven technical understanding of polymer science and engineering principles.
· Possess expertise in one or more of the following areas is required: TPEs, TPVs, TPOs, Silicone elastomers and Thermoset elastomers.
· Possess expertise in one or more of the following areas is preferred: polymer structure-properties relationships, polymer processing, polymer rheology and polymer characterization.
Additional Qualifications
· Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills.
· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Excellent communication skills.
· Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Competencies
· Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self. Additionally, management positions focus on Leadership Competencies as a Leader of Others and/or a Leader of the Business. These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development.
Avient Corporation is a drug free workplace. Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.