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Lead Coatings Formulation Chemist – PPG – Harmar, PA
As a Lead Coatings Formulation Chemist in our Protective and Marine Coatings division, you will play a crucial role in advancing our high‑temperature coatings, zinc‑rich primers, and passive fire protection technologies. You will work on‑site at our Harmar, PA facility and report to the S&T Product Development Manager.
Responsibilities
Learn and master passive fire protection coatings including formulation, testing, and certification requirements.
Manage localization efforts in the US, coordinating with global teams, including manufacturing, procurement and supply chain functions.
Become versed in passive fire protection, high‑temperature and zinc‑rich coatings.
Lead product development from ideation through commercialization, focusing on new product development and technology transfer from other regional labs.
Interact with third‑party testing facilities, coordinate and witness testing to meet obligations.
Conduct laboratory testing per ASTM and ISO standards.
Mentor other chemists, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Maintain rigorous safety standards.
Engage in intellectual property activities, including development, review, and staying abreast of competitive landscapes.
Develop and utilize skills in statistical analysis, design of experiments, and supporting software such as JMP for structured coating formulation development.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent, with at least 3 years of postgraduate experience.
Bachelor’s degree candidates with 10+ years of relevant experience may also be considered.
Must have relevant Passive Fire Protection (PFP) experience.
Formulation experience in paints, coatings, or chemicals.
Experience with silicones, epoxies, polyurethanes, acrylics, and other similar chemistries is a plus.
Experience in statistical analysis or design of experiments is a plus (Six Sigma, Sigma Logic, etc.).
Willingness to travel up to 15%.
ASTM and ISO testing experience is preferred.
About PPG PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than any other company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Benefits Benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, retirement plans, family leave, life and disability insurance, and other competitive benefits. Discussions about specific benefits and compensation are conducted with recruiters during the hiring process. PPG offers competitive pay ranges in the $100,000 – $140,000 range for this role in Pittsburgh, PA.
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As a Lead Coatings Formulation Chemist in our Protective and Marine Coatings division, you will play a crucial role in advancing our high‑temperature coatings, zinc‑rich primers, and passive fire protection technologies. You will work on‑site at our Harmar, PA facility and report to the S&T Product Development Manager.
Responsibilities
Learn and master passive fire protection coatings including formulation, testing, and certification requirements.
Manage localization efforts in the US, coordinating with global teams, including manufacturing, procurement and supply chain functions.
Become versed in passive fire protection, high‑temperature and zinc‑rich coatings.
Lead product development from ideation through commercialization, focusing on new product development and technology transfer from other regional labs.
Interact with third‑party testing facilities, coordinate and witness testing to meet obligations.
Conduct laboratory testing per ASTM and ISO standards.
Mentor other chemists, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Maintain rigorous safety standards.
Engage in intellectual property activities, including development, review, and staying abreast of competitive landscapes.
Develop and utilize skills in statistical analysis, design of experiments, and supporting software such as JMP for structured coating formulation development.
Qualifications
Ph.D. or Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent, with at least 3 years of postgraduate experience.
Bachelor’s degree candidates with 10+ years of relevant experience may also be considered.
Must have relevant Passive Fire Protection (PFP) experience.
Formulation experience in paints, coatings, or chemicals.
Experience with silicones, epoxies, polyurethanes, acrylics, and other similar chemistries is a plus.
Experience in statistical analysis or design of experiments is a plus (Six Sigma, Sigma Logic, etc.).
Willingness to travel up to 15%.
ASTM and ISO testing experience is preferred.
About PPG PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than any other company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Benefits Benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, retirement plans, family leave, life and disability insurance, and other competitive benefits. Discussions about specific benefits and compensation are conducted with recruiters during the hiring process. PPG offers competitive pay ranges in the $100,000 – $140,000 range for this role in Pittsburgh, PA.
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