ENGINEER - R&D

Key Responsibilities

• Leverages strong technical expertise in Pressure Sensitive Adhesive/ Polymers/ Chemical Engg/ Materials science to improve product performance, enhance manufacturability, reduce cost, and support scale-up of new and existing technologies.
• Works collaboratively across Cross-functional R&D, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and external partners to advance process development, ensure smooth technology transfer, and support successful commercialization.
• Applies structured experimentation, statistical analysis (SPC, DoE) and material characterization techniques to optimize extrusion, coating and lamination processes.
• Communicates effectively across technical and business functions, providing clear guidance during plant trials, troubleshooting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drives projects within the Saint-Gobain Stage-Gate framework, ensuring disciplined execution, comprehensive documentation, and alignment with project deliverables from concept through full-scale implementation.

Polymer Materials & Formulation

• Work with a wide range of pressure sensitive adhesives; Films; cloths; Liners etc.
• Develop and evaluate formulations and additive packages.
• Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate and qualify new resins and additives.
• Perform material characterization (rheology, DSC, TGA, mechanical & optical testing).

Scale-Up & Manufacturing Support

• Lead scale-up from lab/pilot to full production, ensuring process reliability.
• Provide on-site technical support during trials, start-ups, and qualification runs.
• Work closely with plant teams to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Prepare complete scale-up protocols, risk assessments, and technology transfer documents.

Project Management & Collaboration

• Manage multiple technical projects with clear timelines and deliverables.
• Collaborate across R&D, operations, quality, procurement, and commercial teams.
• Prepare clear technical reports and deliver presentations to diverse audiences.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) from concept to commercialization.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and integrate emerging processing technologies and advanced materials.
• Contribute to IP creation through invention disclosures and patents.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, fostering a collaborative and safety-driven culture.