Senior Chemist - Metalworking Fluid, Product Development and Support

• Prepare technical reports, presentations and any technical documentation related to the position and data that has been gathered.
• Ensure formulations meet performance and regulatory requirements as defined by the project targets.

• Stay current with industry trends, raw material innovations and emerging technologies.
• Identify opportunities for sustainability and performance enhancements.
• Global Collaboration:
• Work closely with international colleagues in R&D, marketing, and regulatory teams to align product strategies and share technical insights.
• Participate in global technical forums and cross-regional projects to ensure consistency and leverage best practices.

Ingredients for Success:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in metalworking fluid formulation and support.
• Strong knowledge of base oils, emulsifiers and additives used in MWFs.
• Familiarity with ASTM, DIN, and other MWF relevant test methods.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and project management skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally (up to 10%) for customer visits and field support.

• Experience with tribology.
• Knowledge of industrial machining processes and equipment.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as FTIR, GC-MS, ICP, and HPLC.

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Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process.

Pay transparency

Surventis is committed to pay transparency practices.

The competitive Pay Range for this role is $76,000 - $115,000.

Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.