Key Responsibilities

- Leverages strong technical expertise in Pressure Sensitive Adhesive/ Polymers/ Chemical Engg/ Materials science to improve product performance, enhance manufacturability, reduce cost, and support scale-up of new and existing technologies.
- Works collaboratively across Cross-functional R&D;, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and external partners to advance process development, ensure smooth technology transfer, and support successful commercialization.
- Applies structured experimentation, statistical analysis (SPC, DoE) and material characterization techniques to optimize extrusion, coating and lamination processes.
- Communicates effectively across technical and business functions, providing clear guidance during plant trials, troubleshooting activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drives projects within the Saint-Gobain Stage-Gate framework, ensuring disciplined execution, comprehensive documentation, and alignment with project deliverables from concept through full-scale implementation.

Polymer Materials & Formulation

- Work with a wide range of pressure sensitive adhesives; Films; cloths; Liners etc.
- Develop and evaluate formulations and additive packages.




- Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate and qualify new resins and additives.
- Perform material characterization (rheology, DSC, TGA, mechanical & optical testing).

Scale-Up & Manufacturing Support

- Lead scale-up from lab/pilot to full production, ensuring process reliability.
- Provide on-site technical support during trials, start-ups, and qualification runs.
- Work closely with plant teams to troubleshoot and improve processes.
- Prepare complete scale-up protocols, risk assessments, and technology transfer documents.

Project Management & Collaboration

- Manage multiple technical projects with clear timelines and deliverables.
- Collaborate across R&D;, operations, quality, procurement, and commercial teams.
- Prepare explicit technical reports and deliver presentations to diverse audiences.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) from concept to commercialization.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

- Identify and integrate emerging processing technologies and advanced materials.
- Contribute to IP creation through invention disclosures and patents.
- Mentor junior engineers and technicians, fostering a collaborative and safety-driven culture.

📌 ENGINEER - R&D (Thane)
🏢 Saint-Gobain
📍 Thane