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Development Chemist R&D (Silicones)

Work format
onsite
Work type
fulltime
Grade
middle
English
b2
Country
Germany
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TL;DR
Development Chemist R&D (Silicones) (silicone-based sealants and adhesives): Developing and optimizing silicone formulations for construction, automotive, insulating glass, transportation, and renewable energy applications with an accent on laboratory testing, raw-material qualification, and product performance. Focus on scaling products from laboratory development to commercial production, maintaining product lifecycles, and solving customer and technical issues.

Location: Pirmasens, Germany; onsite

Company

hirify.global develops functional coatings, adhesives, and sealants for customers across more than 30 market segments and over 140 countries.

What you will do

  • Develop and evaluate laboratory formulations for silicone-based sealants and adhesives.
  • Perform product testing and assess application suitability and performance requirements.
  • Support scale-up from laboratory development to manufacturing and commercial production.
  • Improve existing products, evaluate new raw materials, and define technical specifications and quality parameters.
  • Maintain laboratory infrastructure, equipment, and test instruments safely and efficiently.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing, Quality, EHS, Product Management, Operations, Technical Service, and Sales; investigate customer complaints and technical issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, or a graduate engineering degree focused on chemical or process engineering.
  • Strong understanding of chemistry, materials science, and product formulation principles.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical evaluation, project management, and collaboration skills.
  • Very good German and English communication skills, written and spoken.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Nice to have

  • Experience developing, formulating, or applying industrial adhesives and sealants.
  • Knowledge of laboratory testing methods, analytical techniques, and product performance evaluation.
  • Customer-facing experience translating application requirements into technical solutions.
  • Proficiency with SAP S/4HANA.
  • Willingness to travel internationally as required.

Culture & Benefits

  • Work in a cross-functional and international R&D environment.
  • Collaborate with global colleagues and customers across multiple industries.
  • Contribute to a collaborative culture where employees are seen, heard, and respected.

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