Development Chemist R&D Silicones

Position Title: Development Chemist R&D Silicones

Location: Pirmasens, Germany, Onsite

Position Overview

As a Development Chemist – R&D Silicones, you will develop and optimize silicone-based sealants and adhesives for a wide range of industrial applications, including construction, automotive, insulating glass, transportation, and renewable energy markets. You will be responsible for formulation development, laboratory testing, and supporting the successful scale-up of new products from laboratory to commercial production. Working in a cross-functional and international environment, you will play a key role in driving innovation, supporting customers, and delivering high-performance solutions that meet market and business needs.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and evaluate laboratory formulations.

• Perform product testing and assess application suitability and performance requirements.

• Support scale-up activities from laboratory development to manufacturing and commercial production.

• Improve and maintain existing products throughout their lifecycle.

• Evaluate and qualify new raw materials.

• Define technical specifications, quality parameters, and inspection plans for raw materials and finished products.

• Support the maintenance and organization of laboratory infrastructure, equipment, and test instruments to ensure efficient and safe R&D operations.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Purchasing, Quality, EHS, Product Management, Operations, Technical Service, and Sales.

• Investigate and support the resolution of customer complaints and technical issues.

• Prepare technical reports, maintain project documentation, and communicate development.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, or graduate engineer with chemical / process engineering orientation.

• Strong understanding of chemistry, materials science, and product formulation principles.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical evaluation skills.

• Ability to manage projects and formulation activities independently in a structured manner.

• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international teams.

• Very good German and English communication skills, both written and spoken. Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in the formulation, development, or application of industrial adhesives and sealants.

• Knowledge of laboratory testing methods, analytical techniques, and product performance evaluation.

• Customer-facing experience and the ability to translate application requirements into technical solutions.

• Proficiency with SAP S/4HANA.

• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

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