Job Description

Description

Dow has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Research and Development (R&D) Technologist in the Road Markings group of Industrial Coatings R&D within Dow Coating Materials located in Collegeville, PA.



Dow Coating Materials (DCM) provides innovative raw material technologies that help advance the performance of paints and coatings, and offers a broad portfolio of polymeric binders, dispersants, rheology modifiers, surfactants, defoamers, and wetting agents for a wide variety of end markets.
In particular, DCM is the market leader for waterborne polymeric resins for sustainable road marking applications (e.g. for highways, local roads, intersections, crosswalks, bike lanes, and airfields), which are used to provide guidance and information to drivers and pedestrians, as well as, enhance safety in daytime and nighttime conditions. Keeping driver and pedestrian safety on track depends on road markings that are highly visible, long-lasting, and able to stand up to punishing weather and traffic conditions.
Since 1990, DCMs innovative FASTRACK Quick-Dry Technology has driven a mainstream shift from solventborne to waterborne road markings, dramatically reducing harmful volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions while demonstrating real-world performance. Current research efforts are focused on continuous innovation via development of polymer chemistries with higher durability, improved sustainability profiles, and enhanced cost effectiveness. Moreover, these market needs continue to be of great importance in light of exciting emerging developments in autonomous (self-driving) vehicles.

The Road Markings market is an attractive and strategic growth segment for DCM. The R&D Technologist will provide laboratory and field support for new technical innovations in this critical hands-on role. Further information is provided below.

Key Responsibilities:

This role will have a strong emphasis on laboratory formulation/applications research, as well as, field application of markings on roadways. As a result, the key responsibilities are as follows:

Formulate new resins into coatings and apply to substrates via the drawdown method or spray application.
Conduct applications testing of coated substrates to assess durability, dry time, and overall performance.
Support for real-world road trials, including spray application of markings on roadways via operation of a traffic paint striper and monitoring paint performance as a function of time.
Interact and communicate effectively with technical organization on innovation projects and customer initiatives, while generating strategic market-relevant data to drive new business development in road markings.
Conduct laboratory experiments with high degree of independence, effectively analyze and communicate results, and provide recommendations on next steps
Handle complex laboratory tasks including methods and procedures and recommend variations in problem-solving approach
Hold essential know-how on safe operation of small-scale and large-scale laboratory equipment and change management processes, and implements these to Dow standards.
Use knowledge of the relevant technology consisting of product, test methods, industry standards, and testing equipment to efficiently complete projects.
Define and implement new testing methods for development purposes which may require creating unique configurations of existing equipment or development/fabrication of new equipment and systems.
Document laboratory findings in a timely and well-organized manner.
Interact and communicate effectively with other groups and departments to streamline critical laboratory operations (e.g. sample shipping, analytical support, etc.)
Train other work group members and contractors on specific work processes, equipment, and machinery.

The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.


Required Qualifications:

Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and ability to learn new systems quickly.
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 or more years of experience in a research lab or technical support lab.
Experience with preparing and handling multi-component liquid formulations.
Experience with design of experiments and statistical analysis.
Experience with analytical equipment, methodologies, and capabilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong prioritization, problem solving and time management skills
Strong initiative and bias for action
Desire to learn and grow in a dynamic and growing market segment
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical equipment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be willing and able to do the following with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes
Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Must have a current, valid US drivers license
Lift a minimum of 50 lbs.

Education:

A minimum of an associate degree OR a High School Diploma or GED with 4+ years of military experience equivalent is required.
A degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or other science related is preferred.


Assessment:

This role will have an assessment to complete during the application process. Please allow 30 minutes - 1 hour to complete the assessment at the time of application. You will not be able to save your application for later.
Even if you have taken this assessment before please click on the link. An assessment is required for each position you apply to.

Dow Offers:

* A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits
* On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
* Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
* The chance to work within a global company and interact with colleagues from around the world
* Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation and leading business positions to achieve profitable growth. The Companys ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company. Dows portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure and consumer care. Dow operates 109 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 36,500 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2019. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at http://www.dow.com/en-us/contact-us or you may call us at 1-800-523-3945.