Job Description

Pourquoi a-t-on besoin de vous ?

Saint Gobain Construction Chemicals has identified significant growth opportunities. Particularly in organic or polymer coating and flooring. Are you passionate about developing sustainable products and working with international business partners to drive improvements? We're seeking a Development Chemist VIE within an international team to lead projects to help drive this growth!

The main role:

You will work alongside experienced technical experts in a laboratory setting, contributing to research and development activities. Your responsibilities will include:


Ensuring all lab and site activities comply with Group HSE policies Developing new products to meet Saint-Gobain's cost and performance requirements, both independently and as a project leader Providing technical support to Saint-Gobain business units in relevant material, product, and application areas, including on-site visits Leading and coordinating product benchmarking: defining test plans, managing samples, executing tests, and communicating results Presenting your work during monthly team review meetings

What Makes This Role Special:

Innovative projects in flooring, coatings, and anchors Cross-functional collaboration with purchasing, production, supply chain, and marketing Hybrid work flexibility: up to 2 days/week remote, depending on team needs European travel opportunities to engage with local teams and partners Career development in sustainable and innovative construction technologies

Extra information:

Working primarily in the lab, with 1-2 days/week possible from home for research, documentation, and virtual meetings This is a 12-month contract, renewable once. Occasional travel (1-3 times/year) within Europe depending on project needs

Working Environment:

A mix of office and laboratory settings. Some processes may generate dust, vapors, or fumes (LEV systems in place). PPE provided as required. This role involves occasional manual handling tasks. You should be comfortable lifting and carrying items weighing up to 25kg, in line with health and safety guidelines.

Ce poste est-il fait pour vous ?

If you enjoy hands-on lab work, care about sustainability, and want to turn ideas into real-world solutions, this could be the right fit!

Essential Requirements :

Engineering degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or equivalent First lab experience or a project with strong practical, hands-on involvement Highly motivated, enthusiastic, curious, and proactive Strong problem-solving skills and ability to ask for clarification when needed Interest in sustainability and eco-friendly innovation Ability to collaborate across departments and international teams Ability to prioritize and deliver based on business and commercial needs Clear and efficient communicator across all project phases C1 level English with technical vocabulary

Bonus experience :

Experience leading projects from concept to implementation in agile, cross-functional environments Knowledge of materials technologies: cement, epoxy, PU, acrylic

Pour etre sur de ne rien oublier

Integration as soon as possible to support our growing R&D project portfolio You'll join a team that lives by TEC Culture: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration

On vous en dit plus sur nous

About Saint-Gobain

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We design, manufacture, and distribute materials and solutions for the construction, mobility, and industrial markets. Our purpose is to make the world a better home - sustainably, innovatively, and inclusively.



Learn more about our vision and how you can be part of it:


https://www.saint-gobain.com/fr

Vos avantages en nous rejoignant

Non-taxable monthly allowance Support for the first month of accommodation and transportation

Round trip

booking (+visa fees and needed luggage allowance) Health and social protection Expand your international network Business trips (tickets, meals & accommodation)

Une equipe prete a vous accueillir

You'll join an international team of professionals committed to reshaping the future of sustainable and light construction. Based in Tamworth (30 minutes from Birmingham), you'll be part of a collaborative local R&D team that will welcome you into a supportive and engaging environment.



You'll also participate in regular international R&D meetings, sharing insights and collaborating on key projects. This global exchange fosters creativity, accelerates innovation, and keeps us ahead of industry trends.



If you're passionate about innovation and sustainability and ready to make an impact, we'd love to welcome you to our mission-driven team.

Les etapes pour nous rejoindre

An automatic response is sent to you by email once you apply (Response sent by TA France) If we want to move forward with you, you will have a first interview with our HR Talent Acquisition Team in France (on Teams) Then, you'll have a second interview with the R&D Manager and the local HR Advisor (on Teams) If you are selected, you will receive confirmation by email and have an Onboarding Day at the Tour Saint-Gobain in Paris before your departure.


Job Reference: VIE00353