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Momentive · 1 day ago

Coatings Technology Co-op

Waterford, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$22/hr - $26/hr

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company focused on silicones and specialty products. The Coatings Research and Development Co-op will support R&D programs and platform initiatives, advancing Coating Technology and developing essential structure-property knowledge for coatings.

ChemicalIndustrialInformation TechnologyManufacturingSustainability

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Investigate the effect of formulation and processing changes on coating performance, particularly with respect to coating performance failures in the Consumer/Industrial/Automotive space

Document and standardize coating developmental data

Support Coating Next Generation Platforms And New Product Introductions

Analyze the effect of chemistry and process parameters on chemical resistance, adhesion, abrasion resistance and cracking

Investigate effects of additives to improve adhesion to wider range of substrate types, such as plastic, metal and glass

Investigate effects of pigments, matte agents and other additives on appearance and surface property performance

Develop in-house test methods for Consumer/Industrial/Automotive Coating space

Improve performance of protective coatings on metal

Improve anti-fingerprint coating performance on glass

Collaborate with global technical teams internally and interface directly with customers to report results, share ideas and advance programs

Other duties as assigned

Analyze ongoing historical long term weathering studies to make recommendations for commercialization

Qualification

Polymer chemistryCoating application processesStatistical data analysisMechanical property testingInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkIndependent work

Required

Co-op must be equally comfortable working in a wet chemistry lab and performing physical property testing and characterization

Coating application processes and typical testing performed on coatings

Polymer chemistry principles and mechanical property testing on polymeric systems

Experience with statistical data analysis and modeling tools

Experience leading projects and strong interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Preferred

The ideal Co-op candidate would be an MS or PhD-level student in a polymer or materials science program or polymer chemistry program

Benefits

Competitive total rewards and development programs

Inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging

Diverse career opportunities

Company

Momentive

Glassdoor3.8

Momentive delivers science-based solutions by linking custom technology platforms to opportunities for customers.

Founded in 2005

Schenectady, New York, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.momentive.com/

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