R&D Engineer (Analytical)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled professional for the analytical lab in our Global R&D Center located at Pune. The candidate with M.Sc. / M. Tech. will support the testing and characterization of materials and formulations for advanced product development and research initiatives. This role requires close collaboration with R&D and Global Technology teams to provide critical insights that drive innovation, material performance, and data driven decision-making.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Conduct analytical testing, material characterization, and data interpretation to identify materials and evaluate their physical, thermal, and chemical properties.

• Integrate analytical findings with data obtained from: 

  • Thermal techniques (DSC, TGA, DMA and Thermal Conductivity)

  • Chromatographic methods (GPC) and

  • Spectroscopic techniques (FTIR)

• Prepare technical reports and effectively communicate findings to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

• Collaborate with R&D and Global Technology teams to support innovation.

• Stay updated with the latest advancements in analytical and material characterization.

• Actively contributes to knowledge sharing through internal technical bulletins and Magazines. 

• Participate in internal expert group discussions to share analytical findings. 

• Perform instrument troubleshooting, calibration, and preventive maintenance activities, and coordinate with vendors for service support when required.

• Maintain accurate laboratory records and provide analytical reports with scientific interpretation to support research and development activities.

• Ensure acceptable levels of housekeeping, 5S and safe work practices in the lab in accordance with Avient standards.

• Demonstrate a high level of ownership, accountability, and collaboration while working with cross-functional teams.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience:

• M.Sc. / M. Tech. in Polymer Science or Engineering with relevant experience.
• Minimum 4 to 6 years of hands-on experience in analytical testing, characterization, and data interpretation of polymeric materials.
• Proven ability to correlate and interpret data from multiple analytical techniques for comprehensive material characterization and problem-solving.

Competencies:

• Working knowledge of statistical tools such as Minitab (or equivalent software) and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and AI-enabled tools for data analysis, reporting, and presentation development.
• Strong problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to independently plan and execute analytical testing with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey data interpretation clearly to internal teams. 

• Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with industry advancements and best practices.

  
  

Physical Demands:

• The requirements listed below are necessary to successfully perform the key responsibilities of this role.
• This is an on-site role requiring regular presence at the Pune R&D Center, with a six-day work week as applicable. 
• Requires standing, walking, sitting, and operating laboratory equipment for extended periods. 
• Work is performed in laboratory and office environments with low to moderate noise levels.
   

Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world.

Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it’s powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you’re a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you’ll find your place at Avient.

Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough!

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By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient’s strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals.

At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world.  In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.