Arc'teryx Equipment is hiring a
Polymer and Chemistry Expert in Canada

Summary

The job is for a Polymer and Chemistry Expert in the Advanced Concepts team at Arc'teryx. The role involves researching, developing, testing, and implementing novel technologies to improve the performance and environmental impact of Arc'teryx products. The position requires a degree in a relevant field, 3+ years of R&D experience, and knowledge about polymer science, chemistry, processing, manufacturing, adhesives, and textile dyeing, finishing.

Requirements

• Degree in chemistry, polymer science, polymer chemistry, textile engineering, environmental science / chemical management, materials science or similar field
• 3+ years of consumer-goods, textile-industry, or commercially sponsored Research and Development (R&D) experience

Responsibilities

• Research new and novel innovations in textile finishes, adhesives, coloration, next-gen polymers, processing, molding, surface functionalization, green chemistry, and related areas of interest
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to continually improve material performance from a durability, comfort, quality, environmental, and social impact perspective
• Communicate, educate, and present information to a wide range of key partners
• Manage, lead, and commercializing multiple short, mid, and long-term projects
• Support in creating definitions and guidelines for brand-wide use of certain raw material ingredients, chemistries, and auxiliaries
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA): troubleshooting and problem-solving when issues arise within the material toolbox
• Foster and grow relationships within industry and academia, supporting funding applications and creation of intellectual property and/or proprietary branded technologies

Benefits

$91,000 - $120,000 a year