Principal Polymer Engineer

Crosslinked Jobs/Coatings/films/Principal Polymer Engineer (Construction & Building Materials) One of 4,515 polymer and materials roles on Crosslinked, each read for materials, degree, visa and salary. See roles like this WH Principal Polymer Engineer (Construction & Building Materials) WhyHyre® Chicago, ILtodayverified 6 h ago BS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $126k (352 that show pay). This posting does not list pay. Lead polymer film design, extrusion and coatings development for flooring, roofing and underlayment building materials. Apply Coatings/films R&D / Research roles, by email Apply Worth knowing Why it is interesting. Own film carrier design used by downstream coaters applying high-performance adhesives, from concept through commercialization. Might not be for you. Development cycles run 1-2 years and the role requires 20-50% travel; not fully remote. Technical lead Senior hires only Core polymer roleTranslate flooring and roofing application requirements into polymer-film designs, specifications, coatings, multilayer structures and extrusion formulations Seniority Staff/Principal Work Hybrid Type Full-time Degree BS Experience 10+ yrs Industry Construction Role R&D / Research Materials polymer films10 rolesmultilayer structurescoatings397 rolesadhesives385 roles Role details WhyHyre is recruiting a Principal Engineer for a newly created position with a large, established materials manufacturer expanding its presence in building and construction markets. This role will help lead growth in flooring, roofing and underlayment applications by combining deep B&C application knowledge with strong polymer and materials expertise. You’ll develop film solutions for new and expanding markets, working across product design, specifications, process development, testing and manufacturing trials. The position reports directly to the Technical Director and works closely with customers, manufacturing, quality and commercial teams. What you’ll lead Translate flooring and roofing application requirements into polymer-film designs, specifications, coatings, multilayer structures and extrusion formulations.Develop film carriers used by downstream coaters applying high-performance adhesives, considering both processing requirements and end-use performance.Guide concepts through trials, scale-up and commercialization. Development cycles in this market can run 1–2 years.Troubleshoot manufacturing and field-performance issues while supporting relevant durability, weathering and building-material standards and code approvals.Lead project reviews, communicate technical options to customers, mentor technical colleagues and contribute to technical documentation and intellectual property where appropriate. What you’ll bring Strong building and construction application expertise, particularly within flooring and/or roofing and underlayments, combined with strong polymer knowledge.Relevant product-development and commercialization experience with direct ownership of design, specification and process decisions.Knowledge of polymer films, multilayer structures, extrusion and/or lamination, coatings and related material technologies.The ability to operate with limited direction, solve complex technical problems and communicate confidently with customers and internal stakeholders.Ability to support an onsite/hybrid environment and approximately 20–50% travel for customers, trade shows and facility trials.The published qualifications include 10+ years of relevant experience and a related bachelor’s, master’s or PhD in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry or a related field.Experience with building-material standards and approvals, technology transfer, patents/IP and sustainability initiatives is also valued. First 90 days The initial focus will be onboarding, learning internal systems and manufacturing capabilities, supporting technical direction for the Building & Construction segment and beginning to lead project reviews and development activity. Location The search is being conducted regionally across the Bloomer–Lexington corridor, including talent from the Chicago and Minneapolis markets. Exact home-base and hybrid arrangements can be discussed, but this is not a fully remote position. Connected All roles at WhyHyre®More R&D / Research rolesCoatings/films roles Related roles QN Process Engineer (Cell)Qcells North America Cartersville, GA LI R&D Engineer - Campus 2026-2027Linde Burr Ridge, IL $85k – $115kLA Graduate Student Internship - Engineered Materials (MST-7)Los Alamos National Laboratory Los Alamos, NM TG Toner Material ScientistTROY Group, Inc. Wheeling, WV AH R&D Associate ChemistAffinity Home Health Care Inc Minneapolis, MN Common questions Where is the Principal Polymer Engineer (Construction & Building Materials) role at WhyHyre® based? This role is based in Chicago, IL. Work arrangement: Hybrid. What degree is required for the Principal Polymer Engineer (Construction & Building Materials) role at WhyHyre®? This role requires a BS. How many years of experience does this Principal Polymer Engineer (Construction & Building Materials) role require? The posting calls for at least 10 years of relevant experience. What polymers or materials does this Principal Polymer Engineer (Construction & Building Materials) role work with? polymer films, multilayer structures, coatings, adhesives.