Product Development Scientist

At Henkel, you can be a game changer and craft your career. Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit by bringing your ideas to life within a global team. Our leading brands and technologies, along with our high-performing businesses will provide you with countless opportunities to develop your skills and explore new paths. Your career at Henkel will contribute to a more sustainable future, while you grow within our vibrant, diverse culture of trust and belonging. If you're up for challenging the status quo, join our team of pioneers and make your mark on the future with us.

Do you dare to make an impact?

YOUR ROLE

• Researches and develops groundbreaking technologies.
• Identifies opportunities for new technology, products or performance improvements
• Leads one or multiple R&D projects critical to business.
• Actively makes specialized knowledge available to the organization
• Acts as an ambassador for the scientific community of Henkel Adhesive Technologies both internally and externally Identifies and engages valuable external partners
• Acts as responsible for new research, IP, publications, technology roadmap
• Secures IP position in own area of development Steers and facilitates knowledge sharing and supports project teams in solving problems
• Acts as an advisor for management and steering committees
• Contributes actively to scientific publications and forums with papers and presentations

YOUR SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials sciences, or other related scientific disciplines.
• Three or more years' experience with composite materials and related thermal management materials.
• Subject matter expert on electromagnetic shielding and/or absorbing materials.
• Strong understanding of electrical and electromagnetic properties and testing.
• Hands-on experience with an in-depth knowledge of raw materials, product launch, product development, and "out-of-box" technologies.
• Polished data analysis techniques, IP knowledge, Safety Health and Environmental qualities (SHEQ).
  Knowledge of structure property relationships, both mechanical and electrical.
• Understanding of formulation chemistries, including silicone/acrylates/urethanes/hot melts; adhesives, coatings, and sealants.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with internal and external partners across multiple projects.
• Follow safety procedures in laboratory, facility, and office environment.

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Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics.

JOB ID: req47378 Contract & Job type: Full Time, Regular Contact information for application-related questions: 1-866-836-7067