Senior Scientist

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Savli, Vadodara, Gujarat, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Automotive • Chemical • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Conducts automotive refinish coatings research, including paint sample preparation, panel testing, result analysis, formulation support, and work-plan execution. Communicates findings through presentations and contributes to customer, supplier, manufacturing, and product-launch activities. Supports issue resolution, alignment batches, laboratory safety, 5S standards, and multi-project milestones while applying chemistry, polymer science, and paint technology knowledge.
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Brief Job Description:

Knowledge and use of concepts, practices, procedures. Applies basic knowledge of coatings, resins, and curing chemistries for certain segment, technology, or process to a business specific application for Automotive refinish. Panel preparation & testing as per product specification. Interprets and analyzes results, makes suggestions on path forward and contributes to formulating work plans and managing daily workflow {involves Preparing paint samples (including Pre-mixing, Grinding, Thinning) as per Formulation / Guidelines given by Supervisor; Panel preparation & testing as per product specification} Produces accurate and timely results with guidance from supervisor defined timeline (multi-projects); Has proven ability to meet project milestones. Demonstrates ownership mindset and removes obstacles to deliver on commitments. Authority and decision making are limited to decisions of low and moderate impact. Provides input into technical discussions. Effectively communicates work progress/research results by giving internal presentations at project team meetings. Participates in customer and supplier meetings. Supports manufacturing for alignment batches. Visit Customer for New product launch, Issue resolution etc. To maintain 5S & Safety in Laboratory & office area. Accomplish other tasks assigned by superior.

Education Qualification & Experience:

Graduate / Postgraduate in Chemistry, Polymer science, Paint Technology, Chemical engineering, Diploma in Paint Technology. Minimum 8-10 years related work experience in Coatings or allied industry.

Competencies Required:

Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

Should know Hindi, English.

Ability to present according to the audience.

Strong Interpersonal skills, Networking ability and Team player Demonstrated ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Our Company:


Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.  


Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.


Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.


Recruitment Fraud Alert: We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to [email protected].


2 - Professionals (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)

We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.


This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.


Skills Required

  • Graduate or postgraduate degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Paint Technology, or Chemical Engineering
  • Diploma in Paint Technology may be accepted
  • Minimum 8–10 years of related experience in coatings or an allied industry
  • Knowledge of coatings, resins, and curing chemistries
  • Experience preparing paint samples and conducting panel preparation and testing
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Hindi and English language proficiency
  • Ability to present technical information effectively to different audiences
  • Strong interpersonal, networking, teamwork, accuracy, and attention-to-detail skills
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The Company
12,300 Employees
Year Founded: 1866

What We Do

Axalta is a global leader in the coatings industry, providing innovative, colorful, and sustainable coatings solutions. The company develops and manufactures high-performance coatings for light and commercial vehicles, industrial, and refinish applications. With over 150 years of experience, Axalta serves more than 100,000 customers in over 130 countries, innovating smarter surface solutions to protect, improve, and advance the things we see and touch.

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