Research And Development Specialist

Senior Scientist / Manager – R&D (Electronics Materials) Location : Bangalore, India

Experience : 8+ years

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Scientist / Manager – R&D to lead hands-on product and technology development in thermal interface materials (TIMs), adhesives & sealants, potting compounds, and conformal coatings .

This role focuses primarily on silicone-based chemistries for electronics applications (RTV, addition-cure, condensation-cure, silicone gels, and thermal silicones) with potential expansion into epoxy, acrylic, and polyurethane systems .

The position combines formulation leadership, innovation strategy, and customer collaboration , reporting to the Head – Electronics Materials Business Unit (REM) , and includes approximately 10–20% travel for customer validations and technology transfer.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize silicone-based formulations for electronics applications ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability.

Lead end-to-end product development — from concept, lab formulation, and pilot trials to commercialization.

Evaluate and qualify raw materials across silicone, epoxy, acrylic, and PU systems.

Apply data-driven formulation optimization using experimental design and validation testing (thermal, mechanical, rheological, dielectric).

Collaborate with Procurement, QA, Operations, and Sales / Marketing to define QC parameters and support go-to-market readiness.

Engage directly with customers and A&TS teams to provide technical guidance and support field validations.

Drive innovation, IP generation, and technology roadmap development in silicone and hybrid chemistries.

Maintain strong documentation, technical reporting, and compliance with safety and 5S standards .

Requirements & Core Competencies

Education : M.Tech / M.Sc / Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Material Science, or Chemical Engineering.

Experience : 8–12 years of R&D experience in adhesives, coatings, or electronics materials , preferably in silicone systems .

Technical Expertise :

Hands-on experience with RTV, addition-cure, condensation-cure silicones, silicone gels, and thermal materials.

Exposure to epoxy, acrylic, and PU systems preferred.

Analytical Skills : Proficiency in DSC, TGA, FTIR, Rheometer, Thermal Conductivity, and Dielectric Testing; knowledge of ASTM / IPC / UL standards.

Leadership & Collaboration : Strong formulation, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork skills with a passion for innovation and process excellence.