Research Scientist - Roofing and Waterproofing Products
Job DescriptionPosition Summary: This position will be responsible for the development of new roofing and waterproofing products for residential and commercial applications. He/She will be responsible for development of new products, improvement of existing products, advance laboratory testing, competitive analysis as well as value engineering initiatives intended for existing product lines. Position reports directly to the Principal Scientist or Manager of R&D and may supervise other scientists and research technicians.Responsibilities:Work independently, manage research projects and work in teams towards executing the initiatives of the Manager of R&D and the research teamGenerate ideas that will enhance existing products and lead to the development of new products, test procedures and protocols.Develop investigative work resolving associated technical issues on products and projectsUse sound scientific principles such as statistical analysis, material science, rheology and solid mechanics.Cross-functional interaction with Product Management, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Marketing, Technical Services and external vendorsDesign and conduct hands on experimentation using standard test methods and advanced analytical equipmentManage multiple short and long-term projectsUse advanced material characterization techniques to establish structure property relationships of materials and final product performanceExecute plant trials by transferring technology from small scale lab models to large scale plant production. Conduct and design testing internally and externally adhering to regional and third-party code agencies and guidelines.Work closely with partner companies and key raw material suppliers to advance the development of products or processes.Represent Polyglass USA at key industry meetings and technical conferences.Manage technical business support for current products including raw material qualification, benchmarking of competitive materials and product/system testing internally and at external laboratories.Publish reports and conduct technical presentations at regular intervals on key projects.Advance the technology in building products & systems to improve performance, reduce total installed cost and established sustained competitive advantage.Assist in training new R&D scientists and technicians as needed and as directed by the Manager of R&D.Promotes health, safety and environmental regulations by ensuring that standards, policies, and procedures are adhered to in compliance with corporate, federal, state, and local requirements.Performs other duties as required for the success of Polyglass USA, Inc. Requirements:Experience in the development of new products for roofing and waterproofing applications, as membranes, underlayment, above and below grade waterproofing membranes, air and vapor barriers, and synthetic adhesivesWorking knowledge of roofing and waterproofing membrane systems codes and industry standardsExperience developing product from the lab, through scale-up and to the final launchKnowledge of material science, rheology, viscoelasticity and solid mechanics.Lab experience working with analytical and mechanical instruments for polymers and membranes characterization like: DMA, TMA, DSC, DSR, FTIR, TGA, Universal testing machine, etc.Ability to use analytical lab tools and data to generate correlations that predict ultimate material performance and durabilityStrong analytical problem-solving skillsAbility to identify novel new approaches that establish sustained competitive advantageAble to multitask, and work effectively with internal and external partners at a technical and interpersonal levelMasters in Material Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, Building Science, or related fields with minimum 4 years of experience in one or more of these fields: asphalt, polymer modified asphalt, polymers, adhesives, concrete, and or waterproofing membranes for commercial or residential applications or similar endeavors.Bachelors of Science /Arts in Material Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering ,Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, Organic Chemistry or related fields with minimum 6 years of experience in one or more of these fields: asphalt, polymer modified asphalt, polymers, and or roofing and waterproofing membranes for commercial or residential applications or similar endeavorsMinimum of 10 years industrial experience in asphaltic products, polymer modified asphalt, polymers, and/ or roofing and waterproofing membranes for commercial or residential applications or similar endeavors Preferred Background:Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering, Civil Engineering ,Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related fields with minimum 2 years of experience in one or more of these fields: asphalt, polymer modified asphalt, polymers, adhesives, building materials, concrete, and or roofing and waterproofing membranes for commercial or residential applications or similar endeavors.