Senior Research Engineer 2 (Gypsum )/ TL

Position Summary:

Saint-Gobain R&D at Chennai is looking for Team Leader, who is expected to boost innovation in our local business portfolio, comprising of new product, process development, enabling business ambitions for growth and impact. The team leader may have acquired knowledge through professional or academic qualification or through extensive practice, Shall possess strong fundamental science problem solving acumen to support local and global business. The candidate should be able manage a team size of 5+ researchers portfolio.

Research And Development

Good understanding of materials and systems to direct team towards developing new products and improving existing ones. Good knowledge and understanding on various construction materials from formulation development to application.

Project Management

Managing research projects, ensuring they stay on schedule and within budget. Guide project leaders towards effective project management implementing best practices and models.

Leadership And Team Management

This includes setting team goals, motivating team members, and providing guidance and support for a positive career growth. Proven track record on people management roles and mentoring skills are very essential to deliver innovative solutions for SG India and SG global.

Collaboration

Working with other departments within the company, such as Plant Operations, Sales and Marketing, as well as external collaborators. Develop and maintain a robust innovation, in sync with business strategy, to enable both offensive and defensive activities proactively. Working with external partners to develop new applications for gypsum products.

Communication

Effectively communicating research findings and technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

Educational qualification:

• Ph.D – Materials science/ Inorganic chemistry or Chemical or related
• Masters – Materials science/ Inorganic chemistry or Chemical or related
  

Minimum years of industrial experience:

PhD: 10+ years or MS with 12+ years

Specific Skills / Personal Attributes

• Follow EHS protocols and 5S