Polymer R&D Engineer
Scalda Adhesives Private LimitedNashik, Republic Of India, IN22 hours ago
Job descriptionAssist and execute R&D activities for new adhesive formulations and product improvements in HMPSA / HMA. Conduct lab trials, prototype preparation, and performance testing (peel, tack, shear, SAFT, heat resistance). Analyze results, document findings, and prepare concise technical reports and SOPs. Collaborate with senior scientists on problem-solving, DOE, and root-cause analysis for quality / performance gaps. Support scale-up, pilot runs, and customer application trials in coordination with production and application teams. Stay current with literature, patents, raw material developments, and industry standards (PSTC / ASTM methods). Maintain an organized, safe, and compliant lab environment with strong 5S and EHS practices. Knowledge or interest in adhesive chemistries, especially HMPSA / HMA and SBC-based systems (SIS / SBS / SEBS), tackifiers (C5 / C9 / hydrogenated), plasticizers / oils, antioxidants, and stabilizers. Familiarity with PSA performance tests (peel, loop tack, shear, SAFT), viscosity / rheology, softening point, and basic thermal analysis. Hands-on with common lab equipment (peel / shear testers, SAFT rigs, viscometer / rheometer, mixers / coaters) is an advantage. Analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and data handling (Excel / Minitab or similar). Clear communication, teamwork, and willingness to learn. Customer-facing exposure is a plus for 3–5 years experience. Hands-on exposure to advanced adhesive chemistries and real-world applications. Increasing project ownership aligned with experience, including mentorship opportunities at higher bands. Supportive environment focused on professional growth, training, and cross-functional collaboration. Opportunity to contribute to IP, new product launches, and scale-up activities.
Job Opening : R&D Engineer (0–5 Experience)
Remote Position – Nashik
Company : Scalda Adhesives Pvt. Ltd
Company Description
Scalda Adhesives Pvt. Ltd is a trusted and quality-focused manufacturer of Hot Melt Adhesives (HMA) and Hot Melt Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (HMPSA) , serving diverse industrial sectors across India.
Based in Nashik, Maharashtra, Our journey has been marked by a commitment to market needs, continuous research, and innovative solutions. We have earned the trust of industries by offering solutions for adhesives in automotive, non-woven hygiene, specialty tapes and label stock, packaging ,construction chemicals and various other sectors.
At Scalda, we go beyond supplying adhesives — we deliver value driven bonding solutions that enhance process efficiency, ensure consistent product performance, and support your evolving technical needs.
Role Overview
We are hiring R&D Chemists / Engineers with 0–5 years of experience to support and drive new adhesive formulation development, lab trials, and performance testing, with a strong focus on HMPSA and HMA systems at our Sinnar, Nashik facility.
Basic Qualifications
- MSc in Chemistry (Honors preferred), PhD, or MTech in Rubber / Polymer Technology or allied fields.
- 0–5 years of hands-on experience in adhesives, polymers, or related R&D. Fresh graduates are welcome.
Key Responsibilities
Desired Skills
Benefits
Application Instructions
Interested candidates may send their resume and a brief cover letter to hr@scaldaadhesives.com with the subject : “Application for R&D Chemist / Engineer – Sinnar, Nashik”.
Create a job alert for this search
Engineer • Nashik, Republic Of India, IN
Related jobs
- Promoted
Senior Manager - R&D Silicon Polymers
The Practice Centrenashik, maharashtra, in We are partnering with a leading Company who is specializing in lubricants, mould-release agents, silicone surfactants and coatings.
The position is Senior Manager - R&D Silicon Polymers.The positio...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
- Promoted
Senior MLOps Engineer
Mitchell Martin Inc.nashik, maharashtra, in Include, but are not limited to, the following : .Own productionizing models—from tracked experiments to governed releases—ensuring resilient services with clear SLOs, runbooks, and fast, safe rollba...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
- New!
Research And Development Engineer
Scalda Adhesives Private LimitedNashik, Republic Of India, IN Job Opening : R&D Engineer (0–5 Experience).Ltd is a trusted and quality-focused manufacturer of.Hot Melt Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (HMPSA).
Our journey has been marked by a commitment to market n...Show moreLast updated: 20 hours ago
- Promoted
R&D Engineer
ABBNashik, Maharashtra, India This job is with ABB, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.
Please do not contact the recruiter directly.At ABB, we help indu...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
- Promoted
- New!
Resident Mechanical Engineer - Supplier Quality and Delivery Focus
Nuventura India Pvt Ltd.Nashik, Maharashtra, India The Resident Mechanical Engineer will serve as the primary on-site representative at key.The main objective is to establish and maintain high standards of.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) develop...Show moreLast updated: 16 hours ago
- Promoted
Standard Cell Design Engineer
NextICron TechnologiesNashik, IN We’re Hiring : Standard Cell Design Engineer.Standard Cell Design Engineers.Design and optimize standard cells for .CMOS logic design and transistor-level optimization.
Virtuoso, HSPICE / Spectre, Cali...Show moreLast updated: 23 hours ago
- Promoted
Senior MLOps Engineer (Production)
SAIVA AINashik, IN We are seeking a Senior Machine Learning Engineer to join our team and help shape the future of healthcare technology.In this role, you will design, build, and deploy machine learning systems that ...Show moreLast updated: 18 days ago
- Promoted
AI Engineer - Manufacturing Analysis Platform
RecroNashik, IN We are building the next generation of AI-powered manufacturing analysis tools.Our flagship browser-based platform enables engineers to instantly analyze plastic injection molding designs.Our missi...Show moreLast updated: 22 days ago
- Promoted
Rules Engine Engineer
NationsBenefits Indianashik, maharashtra, in Strong grasp of decision modeling (DMN), rule authoring, and lifecycle management.Solid programming / scripting skills for integration (Java, Python, or similar).
Ability to debug distributed systems ...Show moreLast updated: 21 days ago
- Promoted
- New!
Advanced Solutions Engineer
Chargebeenashik, maharashtra, in Chargebee is the leading Revenue Growth Management (RGM) platform for subscription businesses.Thousands of companies at every stage of development — from startups to enterprises — use Chargebee to ...Show moreLast updated: 21 hours ago
- Promoted
Silicon Polymer R&D Leader
The Practice CentreNashik, Republic Of India, IN We are partnering with a leading Company who is specializing in lubricants, mould-release agents, silicone surfactants and coatings.
The position is Senior Manager - R&D Silicon Polymers.The positio...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
- Promoted
Senior Manager - R&D Silicon Polymers
ConfidentialIndia, Nashik We are partnering with a leading Company who is specializing in lubricants, mould-release agents, silicone surfactants and coatings.
The position is Senior Manager - R&D Silicon Polymers.The positio...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
- Promoted
GTM Engineer
nRevnashik, maharashtra, in AI-powered Revenue Orchestration platform that lets GTM teams spin up custom agents to automate, enrich, and accelerate every step of the enterprise sales cycle.
We have early revenue, rabidly enthu...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
- New!
Adhesive Formulation Scientist
Scalda Adhesives Private LimitedNashik, Republic Of India, IN Job Opening : R&D Engineer (0–5 Experience).Ltd is a trusted and quality-focused manufacturer of.Hot Melt Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (HMPSA).
Our journey has been marked by a commitment to market n...Show moreLast updated: 22 hours ago
- Promoted
- New!
Adhesives Development Engineer
Scalda Adhesives Private LimitedNashik, Republic Of India, IN Job Opening : R&D Engineer (0–5 Experience).Ltd is a trusted and quality-focused manufacturer of.Hot Melt Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (HMPSA).
Our journey has been marked by a commitment to market n...Show moreLast updated: 22 hours ago
- Promoted
Design Engineer
Alligator AutomationsNashik, IN Alligator Automations India Pvt.With a focus on innovation and technology, we cater to industries like Food Production, Chemicals, Automotive, Pharmaceuticals, and more.
Our team is driven by a cust...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Silicon-Based Materials R&D Manager
The Practice CentreNashik, Republic Of India, IN We are partnering with a leading Company who is specializing in lubricants, mould-release agents, silicone surfactants and coatings.
The position is Senior Manager - R&D Silicon Polymers.The positio...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
- Promoted
- New!
Resident Mechanical Engineer - Supplier Quality And Delivery Focus
Nuventura India Pvt Ltd.Nashik, Republic Of India, IN The Resident Mechanical Engineer will serve as the primary on-site representative at key.The main objective is to establish and maintain high standards of.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) develop...Show moreLast updated: 16 hours ago