Scientist II

About the role

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), part of RPM International Inc., unites industry-leading building envelope solutions manufacturers, service providers and trusted brands—including Tremco, Nudura, Dryvit, Willseal, Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada—to deliver comprehensive, integrated building systems. With operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, India and Latin America, Tremco CPG has a global presence supported by regional businesses and distributors who understand local market needs for commercial, industrial and residential construction and restoration projects.

Seeking an applicant with a demonstrated knowledge of coating formulating across multiple chemistries, with a focus on reactive, one component systems and butyl technologies, and would be responsible for all efforts regarding new developmental projects and operational and supply chain support regarding them. The incumbent will advance projects effectively once given guidance from senior leadership and communicate project updates to assist in tactical decision making regarding the area of their expertise. They will demonstrate competency regarding adaptability, resourcefulness, collaboration, and accountability to drive projects to completion when working individually or within a group dynamic.

Responsibilities

• Support research projects that deliver business results through data-driven decision making
• Design & execute experiments to evaluate and optimize the performance attributes of assigned technologies
• Work within multiple cross-functional teams to enable new product development project success
• Execute multiple project activities through a defined product development process
• Execute data analysis and interpretation in support of project and product problem solving
• Maintain proper documentation of technical and experimental activities
• Present work and subject matter internally to facilitate discussion of project management
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science or related
• Experience: 2+ Years' experience including internships
• Reactive Chemistries: 1 and 2K polyurethanes, hybrids, and silicones
• Formulation and new product development experience
• Knowledge of adhesive and sealants market
• Technical services and applications testing preferred
• Physical Demands: Able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match
• Company Pension Plan
• Performance Based Bonus/Commission
• Continuing education

Pay

The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $68,500 and $85,000 negotiable plus incentive compensation. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.