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Applications Development Chemist

Applications Development Chemist

CPS, Inc.Louisville, KY, US
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Applications Development Chemist

The Applications Development Chemist is responsible for developing new commercial applications for polymers. This position develops projects in an assigned product / customer area; contributes to the preparation, presentation, and follow-up of proposals, plans and organizes research effort; analyzes research outcomes and makes recommendations to the team and customers. Become the lead technical and market development chemist responsible for investigation and utilization of elastomers in electrified vehicles (BEV, xEV). Collaborate with OEMs, tier suppliers, and fluid suppliers in the successful implementation of elastomers in next-gen thermal management and driveline sealing / fluid routing applications.

Role Responsibilities :

Product Development Activities

  • Plan, conduct, and direct projects of major importance related to developing new commercial applications
  • Apply technical knowledge in support of customers’ use of products and develop business relationships within all areas of supply chain
  • Resolve technical problems requiring application of knowledge
  • Originate and apply new and unique problem-solving approach

Business Development Activities

  • Develop and maintain customer relationships alongside others on the Applications Team
  • Prepare and present technical info to interested parties (customers, technical meetings, etc.)
  • Analyze research and make technical recommendations regarding product-line

    • Reporting Activities

  • Prepare monthly reports
  • Write research reports upon completion of projects

    • Collaboration

  • Collaborate with and provide technical advice to other professionals inside and outside the organization
  • Exchange information with other chemists and scientists through professional organizations

    • Compliance

  • Comply with all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies & procedures
  • Adhere to the company’s Integrated Management System

    • Other Responsibilities

  • Work with latitude for action or decision that may be in cooperation with supervisor
  • Continuously seek ways to improve the performance of the facility's operation
  • Ensure customers' (both internal and external) needs are met
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or management

    • Qualifications :

    BS degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, etc. with at least 2 years of experience in polymer analysis / characterization, preferably rubber compounding / vulcanization. Experience working with customers, R&D, sales and manufacturing, troubleshooting technical issues.

    Able to communicate well with customers, R&D, sales / marketing. Self-directed. Highly collaborative mindset and approach. Very strong presentation skills. Good MS Office Software working knowledge and skills.

    MUST TRAVEL 35% Domestically and Possibly Internationally. This role reports directly to a Senior Market Manager and has a technical service responsibility.

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