R&D Scientist I

Business Overview

MACDERMID ENTHONE INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a business unit of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a global supplier of industrial metal and plastic finishing chemistries.  We primarily design and manufacture chemical systems that protect and decorate surfaces. Our high-performance functional coatings improve resistance to wear and tear, such as hard chrome plating of shock absorbers for cars or provide corrosion resistance for appliance parts. Our decorative performance coatings apply finishes for parts in various end markets such as automotive interiors or jewelry surfaces. As part of our broader sustainable solutions platform, we also provide both chemistry and equipment for turnkey wastewater treatment and recycle and reuse solutions. Our industrial customer base is highly diverse and includes customers in the following end markets: appliances and electronics equipment; automotive parts; industrial parts; plumbing goods; construction equipment and transportation equipment. 

We strive to embody the five “Elements of our Culture,” our “5Cs”: Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Job Purpose

The R&D Scientist will be responsible for the preparation and testing of next-generation materials and product formulations under the supervision of a Formulation Development Scientist to support various product development projects and initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Undertake preparation and characterization of new product formulations under the supervision of a Product Development Scientist.
• He/She will have responsibility for working independently to produce and evaluate a range of formulations in accordance with target product specifications.
• He/She is expected to have full familiarity with standard chemistry lab tools and practices and be capable of working independently.
• He/She expected to conduct experiments in the laboratory and apply scientific practices and knowledge for product testing and evaluation. Be able to undertake scientific experiments and engineering testing in the laboratory in a systematic and safe manner.
• He/She is expected to keep record of tests results and prepare reports of all evaluation as per the standard format.
• He/She is expected to manage inventory of raw materials, test vehicles and other consumables required during product development and testing.
• He/She will need to have good communication and presentation skills and be willing to work in a R&D environment.
• He/She is expected to maintain record of observations and run conditions during batch production. Record quality test results. Produces necessary reports and new SOPs.

Requirements

• Technical degree in Chemistry or Material Science is strongly preferred.  Two years of relevant hands-on experience in the electroplating industry is preferred.
• Good spoken and written English. 
• Good PC skills, esp. Microsoft Office products.  Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) is a plus, but not an absolute requirement.  A willingness to learn how to function in new IT systems is required.

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EEO Statement

Element Solutions Inc group of companies are E-Verify Companies and provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job applicant procedures. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.