Technical Service Chemist

Technical Service Chemist

Job

Employment Type:

Regular

Location:

Stamford - CT, United States of America

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We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Technical Service Chemist/Engineer to join our Polymer Additives team. This role is responsible for providing technical support to customers and internal teams, with a strong emphasis on hands‑on polymer processing. The ideal candidate will have experience with polymer additives, laboratory testing, and polymer processing equipment such as extrusion, injection molding, and compression molding.

• Prepare resin/additive formulations and produce test specimens using injection and compression molding to support both existing product testing for customer projects and new product development (NPI projects).
• Perform hands‑on laboratory operations, including polymer processing, color and gloss measurement, physical property testing, and data analysis.
• Prepare presentations and project updates for customer‑related and NPI projects.
• Document and update laboratory procedures in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain calibration and maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with laboratory equipment.
• Coordinate and execute Joint Customer Technical Service Work Requests (TSRs) in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with field Technical Service and Sales teams to provide monthly data summaries and project updates.
• Maintain a regional database of all completed and active projects, including documentation of commercial outcomes.
• Stay current with technological developments in core market segments.
• Coordinate with third‑party laboratories and Stamford Analytical to complete required analyses.

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company.
• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company.
• Opportunities for growth and learning.
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds.
• Long‑lasting excellent customer relations, self‑dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading chemical companies.

• Associate degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) with 0+ years of experience in Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer & Material Science, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with polymer processing equipment (extrusion, compounding, injection molding, compression molding) preferred.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in polymer processing environments.
• Proficient in operating polymer processing and testing equipment: injection molding, polymer extruder, colorimeter, gloss meter, Instron, thermal oven, melt‑flow tester, heated press, UV‑Vis, FT‑, etc.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex data.
• Customer‑focused with a commercial and marketing mindset.
• Proactive, flexible, and able to take initiative.
• Creative and open to new ideas.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Effective team player with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Committed to understanding and meeting customer needs.

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $78,500.00 to $ per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co‑parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees.
• Free well‑being sessions (physical and psychological).

• Syensqo is a science company developing…