Trelleborg Group
Product Development Chemist/Engineer
Trelleborg Group, Rutherfordton, North Carolina, United States, 28139
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Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Do you want to make a lasting difference for our customers and the environment? Start shaping industry from the inside.
About The Job The Product Development Chemist/Engineer will be responsible for developing new polymer-based products for various end uses in aerospace, transportation, defense and industrial markets. Products will be based on novel combinations of polymers and textiles using a broad range of coating and calendaring processes. The Product Development Chemist/Engineer will interact with customers and sales to align on product requirements, manufacturing to develop processes for production and external partners for identifying new material technologies for creating novel innovations.
Responsibilities
Develop new products and process for manufacture
Work with sales team to define innovation opportunities
Work with suppliers and other external partners to remain on the leading edge of the industry
Work safely in a laboratory and manufacturing setting
Qualifications
Ph.D. or M.S. Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or similar technical field
2-5 years of technical experience industrial R&D
Successful candidate strengths
Self-starter with a passion for innovation
Creative and analytical technical problem solving
Deep knowledge of polymer chemistry
Ability to perform hands‑on work with industrial machinery
Curiosity and ability to rapidly learn new materials, processes and testing methods
Excellent oral & written communication skills
Travel Requirements
Work onsite at Rutherfordton, NC facility
Occasional travel within U.S., with potential international travel as necessary
Benefits
Competitive salary
Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact
Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
At Trelleborg our people are #shapingindustryfromtheinside
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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Product Development Chemist/Engineer
role at
Trelleborg Group
5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead. Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Do you want to make a lasting difference for our customers and the environment? Start shaping industry from the inside.
About The Job The Product Development Chemist/Engineer will be responsible for developing new polymer-based products for various end uses in aerospace, transportation, defense and industrial markets. Products will be based on novel combinations of polymers and textiles using a broad range of coating and calendaring processes. The Product Development Chemist/Engineer will interact with customers and sales to align on product requirements, manufacturing to develop processes for production and external partners for identifying new material technologies for creating novel innovations.
Responsibilities
Develop new products and process for manufacture
Work with sales team to define innovation opportunities
Work with suppliers and other external partners to remain on the leading edge of the industry
Work safely in a laboratory and manufacturing setting
Qualifications
Ph.D. or M.S. Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or similar technical field
2-5 years of technical experience industrial R&D
Successful candidate strengths
Self-starter with a passion for innovation
Creative and analytical technical problem solving
Deep knowledge of polymer chemistry
Ability to perform hands‑on work with industrial machinery
Curiosity and ability to rapidly learn new materials, processes and testing methods
Excellent oral & written communication skills
Travel Requirements
Work onsite at Rutherfordton, NC facility
Occasional travel within U.S., with potential international travel as necessary
Benefits
Competitive salary
Generous benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact
Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
At Trelleborg our people are #shapingindustryfromtheinside
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Trelleborg Group by 2x
Get notified about new Product Development Chemist jobs in Rutherfordton, NC.
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