Application Development & Technical Service (AD/TS) Specialist Polymers

The Application Development & Technical Service (AD/TS) Specialist - Polymers serves as the key technical expert for polymer applications, supporting customers and internal stakeholders throughout the product lifecycle., * Provide technical support and application development for polymer applications, including thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers, and PVC.

• Analyze customer requirements and develop formulation, processing, and material recommendations.
• Conduct and interpret lab trials, compounding, and application testing.
• Support customer visits, technical presentations, troubleshooting, and strategic projects.
• Contribute to new product development (NPD), innovation initiatives, and market-driven opportunities.
• Investigate technical issues and provide practical, data-driven solutions.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, R&D, Production, Quality, and Planning teams.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and act as internal point of contact for polymer-related technologies.

• Degree in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
• Several years of experience in polymer processing (compounding, extrusion, molding), application development, and technical service
• Knowledge of polymer formulations, additives, and processing technologies (extrusion, compounding, etc.)
• Experience with flame retardant systems (ATH/MDH) is an advantage
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer-facing skills
• Very good written and spoken English and German language skills
• Ability to explain complex technical topics to non-experts
• Hands-on, laboratory-oriented, and collaborative working style

J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.