Research & Development Chemist/Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a passionate Chemist/Engineer to join our Research & Development team at QUIKRETE’s Engineering & Technical Center in Johns Creek, Georgia. The role focuses on evaluating novel materials, advancing product formulations, and driving innovation for our construction‑material product lines.

Key responsibilities

• Develop new high‑performance construction products using advanced technologies.
• Design and execute experimental protocols to qualify raw materials and alternative suppliers.
• Engineer and optimize formulations to improve cost efficiency while maintaining quality.
• Reformulate existing products to enhance performance and meet market demands.
• Supervise, train, and mentor laboratory technicians and junior engineers.
• Lead R&D projects and manage product‑category lifecycles.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of hands‑on laboratory or field experience with cement, concrete, paints, coatings, or similar construction materials.
• Familiarity with analytical methods, product formulation, mechanical testing, Design of Experiments, cement chemistry, and adhesives or coatings is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Analytical methodologies
• Product formulation
• Mechanical testing
• Design of Experiments (DoE)
• Cement chemistry
• Adhesives and coatings knowledge
• Applied mathematics and algebra