Chemist II

Responsibilities

• Independently lead development projects of moderate to high complexity within the Automotive NPD Ancillary Team.
• Develop new products or modify existing ones for the Refinish market, including Commercial Vehicle Refinish.
• Design and execute experiments using the scientific method, including preparing paint samples and analyzing data.
• Apply coatings technology to address raw material supply disruptions.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Manufacturing, Procurement, and vendors to ensure successful product commercialization.
• Provide technical support to Manufacturing and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area in accordance with laboratory safety protocols.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field.
• 3 years of coatings formulation experience in an industrial setting.
• Knowledge of structure-property relationships as they pertain to automotive refinish, OE Interior, or aerospace coatings.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher in a science-related area.
• 5 years of coatings formulation experience, including 3 years specifically in automotive coatings.
• Prior experience formulating and processing pigment dispersions.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools and Design of Experiment (DOE).
• Experience operating paint processing equipment such as mills.
• Understanding of Voice of the Customer (VOC) and project leadership skills.

About the Company

Sherwin-Williams aims to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings, and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. We invest in our people through stability, growth, and opportunities to develop new skills in a collaborative environment.