research engineer Pittsburgh, PA

Covestro

Full Time Pittsburgh, PA 100572 - 70322 USD ANNUAL Today

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,150 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

WHAT WE OFFER

The R&D Scientist II supports the Specialties and Automotive systems business by organizing and conducting laboratory and scale-up evaluations to develop, localize, or improve Covestro’s products. In addition, this position provides technical support to customers and trials in the field. The job-holder’s primary focus is on team goals.

Major Responsibilities:

Prepare and conduct lab work and machine trials, collecting and analyzing data. Complete projects independently with moderate supervision/collaboration when designing modifications to existing products/processes.
Work with account managers, technical service and global colleagues to define requirements of customer or project needs; Manage project to ensure successful implementation at customer through monitoring customer data and assisting troubleshooting efforts.
Assist with evaluations of potential products, process improvements, raw materials, potential hazards or equipment by conducting lab bench work.
Communicate / present results to supervisor, internal partners and occasionally to group management; writes project/call reports in a timely manner and contributes to written technical papers.
Build relationships with key vendors to keep informed about new products. Develop expertise in relevant technologies/markets by staying current with technical reports, articles and trade information.
Have knowledge of and be able to demonstrate basic technical concepts to customers (e.g. chemistry, processing, analytical and physical properties, general equipment operations).
Have a strong understanding of safety requirements and safe work practices in lab and production environment.

WHAT YOU OFFER

Basic Qualifications:

BS degree in technical field (Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred) with 1+ years of experience OR MS degree in technical field

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in the polyurethane industry and/or experience with polyurethane chemistry

Knowledge and Skills:

Strong interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills for interacting with all levels of personnel, including internal and external customers, supporting business objectives and management initiatives.
Demonstrated analytical skills in order to identify and resolve problems in all aspects of new product development and commercialization.
Comfortable supporting a diversity of products and customers as is customary within a Specialties team.
Strong commitment to safety culture.

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YOUR APPLICATION

Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now!

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