Sr Advanced R&D Engr/Scientist

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical service, product development, and growth initiatives in polyurethane foam insulation applications
• Serve as a subject matter expert in polyurethane foam formulation, processing, and blowing agent technologies
• Design, execute, and interpret experiments related to polyurethane raw materials, formulations, and processing conditions
• Evaluate blowing agents and foam systems, including physical testing and performance analysis
• Translate complex technical data into clear, actionable insights for internal and external stakeholders
• Partner with commercial teams to identify new application opportunities and support business development
• Conduct voice-of-customer (VOC) interviews to understand customer needs and define product value propositions
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing, processing, and equipment use
• Supervise laboratory-scale foam preparation using hand-mix and foam machine techniques
• Supervise technicians and support cross-functional collaboration across R&D and commercial teams

Physical & Safety Requirements

• Ability to travel (30%) in US and International
• Ability to lift and handle materials up to 35 lbs
• Capability to handle and dispense materials from 5-gallon pails and 55-gallon drums
• Comfortable working with a range of chemicals, including isocyanates, polyols, solvents, and blowing agents including Non-TSCA materials
• Commitment to safe laboratory practices and active participation in safety programs
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including:
• Safety shoes
• Safety glasses and chemical goggles
• Respiratory protection

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in polyurethane foam formulation and processing
• Experience in polyurethane insulation foam applications (required)
• Experience maintaining laboratory notebooks and documenting experimental results
• Strong expertise in polyurethane foam formulation, processing, and testing
• Hands-on experience with laboratory and pilot-scale polyurethane foam processing equipment
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and technical problem-solving
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly, both verbally and in writing

We Value

• Familiarity with SOP development and laboratory best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with electronic lab notebooks (eLN systems)
• Ability to learn and operate instrument control and data acquisition software
• Participation in relevant industry associations (preferred)

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts
• EAP, and Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave)
• 12 Paid Holidays

About Us

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science.