Principal Chemical Engineer

Plascore Inc, a cutting edge, high-quality producer of Honeycomb composites, is seeking an accomplished and innovative Chemical Engineer or Chemist with a strong background in the research and development of adhesives and coatings. This role will be instrumental in product development and project execution. Individuals in this role should bring a high level of technical knowledge and experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position will act as a scientific advisor to Plascore leadership on a broad range of technical and manufacturing issues and projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and supervise the development of coatings, adhesives, and processes to meet customer requirements.
• Plans, organizes, and executes research and development on new or existing projects, products, or processes.
• Develop test programs to determine compatibility of products under various chemical exposures.
• Formulate new adhesives and coatings to meet various customer or product performance demands.
• Develop and determine chemical solutions for the surface treatment of materials to be coated and/or bonded.
• Write process instructions on how to mix materials and evaluate for quality and consistency.
• Evaluate quality and consistency of adhesives, resins, and substrates.
• Monitor safety on all operations involving chemicals and train operators on safety procedures.
• Recommend and evaluate equipment for mixing chemicals, ensuring safety.
• Serve as contact person for all emissions and chemical regulatory matters.
• Scientific advisor to all Business Unit Managers.
• Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods.
• Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Completed 4-year degree in Chemical Engineering or similar specialized field.
• MS in engineering/scientific discipline preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive work experience in the chemical field.
• 20+ years of progressive work experience in chemical field preferred.
• Must be able to work independently.
• High analytical skills.
• Ability to find solutions to unusual and difficult problems.

Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR Regulations. Therefore, candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident ('Green Card').

We are an EEO employer dedicated to workforce diversity.