Senior Staff Scientist

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

For additional information about Solenis, please visitwww.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

Perks of working with us!

• Competitive health + wellness benefit plan

• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!

• Recharge with 15 days of paid time off

• Competitive Salary and Bonuses

• 401k Plan

Summary

You will be providing metallurgical support to our external customers in collaboration with our commercial and application teams.  The support includes but is not limited to complete metallurgical failure analysis, corrosion assessment, metallurgical compatibility, and evaluation of metallurgical issues via photos.  You may also provide technical guidance to the research and development group as well as manufacturing plants. 

Responsibilities

• Conduct complete metallurgical failure analyses, including root cause assessment and detailed documentation of findings.

• Evaluate corrosion mechanisms, material degradation, metallurgical compatibility, and metallurgical issues through both physical samples and photographic evidence.

• Provide technical support to external customers in partnership with commercial, sales, and application engineering teams.

• Offer metallurgical expertise and guidance to internal groups including Research & Development, Manufacturing, and Quality.

• Perform or direct metallurgical testing, including sample preparation, etching, microstructure interpretation, and data analysis.

• Handle, document, and preserve material evidence samples using photographic and standardized testing protocols.

• Support customer and internal inquiries related to material selection, failure prevention, system design considerations, and industry best practices.

• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly via written reports, presentations, and discussions with cross-functional and international teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or Engineering; 5–10 years of relevant experience required.

• Demonstrated expertise in root cause metallurgical failure analysis and understanding of material degradation mechanisms.

• Experience with metallurgical laboratory procedures including sample preparation, etching, microstructure interpretation, and metallurgical testing techniques.

• Proficiency in handling and documenting material evidence samples using photographic and/or testing protocols.

• Strong knowledge of the physical and chemical properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals relevant to industrial water systems, pulp & paper processes, and utility environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the design and operation of industrial water, pulp & paper, power generation, and piping/fluid transport systems.

• Knowledge of industrial cooling and boiler water treatment systems is a plus.

• Understanding of corrosion coupon testing methodologies.

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

The expected compensation range for this position is between $93,530.00 and $137,181.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.