Product Development Chemist

23h23 hours ago

Momentive

US · Full-time · $87,500 – $128,150

About this role

As a Product Development Chemist on the Urethane Additives Technology Team, you will play a key role in developing next-generation materials for polyurethane slabstock foam. You will design, synthesize, and evaluate new additive technologies to enhance foam performance in comfort products like bedding and furniture, as well as automotive, medical, and specialty applications.

You will work hands-on in the lab to formulate, test, and optimize new chemistries. Collaborating with a global R&D network, you will bring innovative products from concept through commercialization, expanding Momentive’s urethane additives portfolio.

Beyond development, you will partner with technical service, commercial teams, and North American customers. Provide technical insight and application support for the existing slabstock foam additive portfolio to help optimize formulations and solve manufacturing challenges.

This role combines hands-on chemistry, product innovation, and customer collaboration for direct impact from lab bench to everyday applications. Immerse in Friendly, WV’s charming community with low cost of living, outdoor beauty, and close-knit culture.

Requirements

Strong background in organic synthesis and polymer chemistry relevant to urethane additives
Experience designing and executing experiments for chemical additive synthesis and characterization
Knowledge of polyurethane slabstock foam formulations and performance testing
Proficiency in laboratory safety practices and EHS compliance
Project management skills for R&D and new product introduction initiatives
Ability to provide technical support for customer foam manufacturing applications

Responsibilities

Lead laboratory development projects from concept through pilot-scale evaluation by designing and executing experiments on synthesis, characterization, and performance testing of new urethane additive technologies
Maintain the highest safety standards in all laboratory activities, following and promoting rigorous safety practices while ensuring compliance with regulations and company EHS policies
Own and drive assigned New Product Development & Introduction (NPDI) projects using disciplined project management practices to manage timelines and achieve milestones
Collaborate closely with the global Slabstock Technology team, maintaining strong relationships and aligning work with global R&D priorities
Partner directly with selected slabstock foam customers across North America to introduce new urethane additive technologies and provide technical guidance
Contribute to the development of intellectual property by identifying innovative breakthroughs and supporting invention disclosures