09.21.15
Experience:
Mid-Senior Level
Employment Type:
Full-time
Company Description:
Based in Waterford, New York, Momentive Performance Materials Inc. is a global leader in silicones, quartz and advanced materials, with a 70-year heritage of innovation and being first to market with performance applications that improve everyday life. Our solutions are found in products that touch nearly every facet of modern living and we work closely with some of the biggest brands in B2B and consumer worlds, covering a broad range of markets - from aerospace and automotive, to building and construction, personal care, and electronics.
Momentive materials are found in products that touch nearly every facet of modern living. At Momentive, we believe that leadership begins with integrity, ethics and environmentally sound operations. When you work for Momentive, you are partnering with a company that is not only focused on delivering value but on doing it in a safe, ethical and environmentally responsible manner.
Position Overview:
As a member of the Silanes Global Technology team the successful candidate will work closely with Marketing to design and develop Organo-functional Silicone Resins and Silane Adhesion Promoters for Protective and Industrial Coatings. In addition, the candidate should have the ability to establish formulation guidelines based on a deep understanding of the key chemical and physical interactions in Coating formulations and knowledge of the end applications. The successful candidate will be skillful in formulating and testing both Solvent Borne and Water Borne offerings for these applications. The candidate may also be involved in translations of new or existing new products to other world regions and will provide technical support to the plants on an as needed basis in support of quality and or productivity projects.
Job Responsibilities:
1. The Product Development Scientist works within the Global Silanes Technology Unit to demonstrate value of Organo-functional Silicone Resins and Silane Adhesion Promoters in a range of Coating formulations.
2. The candidate establishes formulation guidelines based on a deep understanding of the key chemical and physical interactions in Coating formulations and knowledge of the end applications.
3. This person also works cross functionally with the Marketing and Sales teams to determine market needs within the industry and assists in identification of innovative solutions in order to meet those needs.
4. This person will support translation and/or modifications of new products to meet the needs of new or existing growth markets.
5. The candidate will conduct reviews and evaluations of existing patents and publications and generates new intellectual property (IP) as required.
6. This person will effectively manage multiple projects, ensuring clear alignment of goals and deliverables with business and market needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. 10+ years industrial experience in product development with a demonstrated expertise to develop formulations for a range of Coating applications.
2. Experience in use of Organo-functional Silicone Resins and Silane Adhesion Promoters in Coating formulations are preferred.
3. A proven ability to facilitate the translation of key technologies globally to serve both new and existing markets.
4. Possess high energy with the ability to handle diverse responsibilities, to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously with emphasis on quality and speed.
5. Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills in English with strong interpersonal skills.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Chemistry or Polymer Science
Mid-Senior Level
Employment Type:
Full-time
Company Description:
Based in Waterford, New York, Momentive Performance Materials Inc. is a global leader in silicones, quartz and advanced materials, with a 70-year heritage of innovation and being first to market with performance applications that improve everyday life. Our solutions are found in products that touch nearly every facet of modern living and we work closely with some of the biggest brands in B2B and consumer worlds, covering a broad range of markets - from aerospace and automotive, to building and construction, personal care, and electronics.
Momentive materials are found in products that touch nearly every facet of modern living. At Momentive, we believe that leadership begins with integrity, ethics and environmentally sound operations. When you work for Momentive, you are partnering with a company that is not only focused on delivering value but on doing it in a safe, ethical and environmentally responsible manner.
Position Overview:
As a member of the Silanes Global Technology team the successful candidate will work closely with Marketing to design and develop Organo-functional Silicone Resins and Silane Adhesion Promoters for Protective and Industrial Coatings. In addition, the candidate should have the ability to establish formulation guidelines based on a deep understanding of the key chemical and physical interactions in Coating formulations and knowledge of the end applications. The successful candidate will be skillful in formulating and testing both Solvent Borne and Water Borne offerings for these applications. The candidate may also be involved in translations of new or existing new products to other world regions and will provide technical support to the plants on an as needed basis in support of quality and or productivity projects.
Job Responsibilities:
1. The Product Development Scientist works within the Global Silanes Technology Unit to demonstrate value of Organo-functional Silicone Resins and Silane Adhesion Promoters in a range of Coating formulations.
2. The candidate establishes formulation guidelines based on a deep understanding of the key chemical and physical interactions in Coating formulations and knowledge of the end applications.
3. This person also works cross functionally with the Marketing and Sales teams to determine market needs within the industry and assists in identification of innovative solutions in order to meet those needs.
4. This person will support translation and/or modifications of new products to meet the needs of new or existing growth markets.
5. The candidate will conduct reviews and evaluations of existing patents and publications and generates new intellectual property (IP) as required.
6. This person will effectively manage multiple projects, ensuring clear alignment of goals and deliverables with business and market needs.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. 10+ years industrial experience in product development with a demonstrated expertise to develop formulations for a range of Coating applications.
2. Experience in use of Organo-functional Silicone Resins and Silane Adhesion Promoters in Coating formulations are preferred.
3. A proven ability to facilitate the translation of key technologies globally to serve both new and existing markets.
4. Possess high energy with the ability to handle diverse responsibilities, to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously with emphasis on quality and speed.
5. Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills in English with strong interpersonal skills.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Chemistry or Polymer Science