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Trelleborg Sealing Solutions

Chemist

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804

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Talent Acquisition Partner @ Trelleborg Sealing Solutions | @ Trelleborg Medical Solutions | Full Life Cycle Recruiting Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. By specializing in polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive business forward, and shape the industry’s progress.

About the Role We are seeking a collaborative technical leader and subject matter expert in elastomer materials to help drive innovation and development in material selection, formulation, characterization, scale‑up, and manufacturing. In this role, you will serve as the primary materials contact for cross‑functional regional teams—including marketing, engineering, and manufacturing—and will be responsible for delivering innovative, technically differentiated solutions that meet regulatory standards and advance our material capabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead material‑related initiatives that support strategic business segments and address diverse customer needs.

Guide R&D efforts in alignment with business strategies and technology roadmaps.

Collaborate with customers and internal teams to translate requirements into material specifications; develop rubber formulations and conduct experiments to validate performance.

Apply scientific principles to deliver innovative, high‑value solutions.

Formulate new materials, coatings, and polymers to address industry challenges and create new market opportunities.

Analyze test data and provide recommendations on material selection, compounding, molding, testing, regulatory compliance, and vendor sourcing.

Partner with manufacturing teams to support compounding, prototyping, and molding processes.

Stay informed about global regulatory standards and work closely with compliance teams.

Work collaboratively with vendors and customers to resolve technical material issues.

Provide technical support across departments and manage projects effectively, fostering an inclusive and respectful team environment.

Collaborate with global R&D teams across APAC, EMEA, and the Americas.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, materials engineering, biochemical engineering, or a related field.

Strong background in rubber compounding and elastomeric materials.

Familiarity with fillers and reinforced composites.

Skilled in statistical design and experimental data analysis.

Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Skills

10+ years of relevant experience in elastomer or advanced material development.

MS or PhD in a related discipline.

Deep expertise in rubber chemistry, thermoplastics, physics, DOE, and performance testing.

Experience with elastomeric formulations for dynamic applications.

Strong understanding of structure–property relationships in materials.

Seniority Level:

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type:

Full‑time

Job Function:

Research and Analyst

Industry:

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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