GDP Engineer Product Development

Adhesive Technologies Research & Development India, Pune, Maharashtra Full Time Limited
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About this Position

Support the development of automotive adhesives from concept to approval through formulation, testing, and data-driven analysis. Execute experiments, perform key characterization tests, and evaluate raw materials for performance and cost optimization. Ensure accurate documentation and smooth scale-up to production while troubleshooting issues. Collaborate cross-functionally and maintain strict EHS compliance, contributing to continuous lab improvement.

What you´ll do

  • Support adhesive product development from concept to customer approval (formulation, sample prep, lab testing) for automotive requirements.
  • Plan and execute experiments, document results, analyze data, and recommend next steps (incl. basic DoE where useful).
  • Run key characterization and application tests (adhesion/peel/shear, cure behavior, basic rheology, aging/chemical resistance, substrate prep/pretreatment).
  • Screen new raw materials/suppliers, benchmark vs. references, and support cost/performance optimization.
  • Create clear documentation and reports with full data traceability and quality compliance.
  • Support scale-up/transfer to pilot/production and help troubleshoot process or performance issues.
  • Collaborate with PD, Application Engineering, Production, Quality and Supply Chain; communicate results in meetings and support customer updates with senior colleagues.
  • Work fully EHS-compliant (safe handling, SDS, labeling, waste, equipment upkeep) and contribute to lab continuous improvement (5S, standard methods, templates)

What makes you a good fit

  • PH.D or Chemical Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science (fresh graduates welcome; internships/thesis in polymers/adhesives a plus).
  • Hands-on lab mindset and strong interest in formulation and testing; curiosity to understand failures and improve performance.
  • Analytical thinking and structured working style; strong documentation discipline and safety awareness.
  • Basic data/statistics skills (Excel; JMP/Minitab and DoE knowledge are a plus).
  • Clear communication and teamwork skills; learning agility in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. 
  • Proactive, customer-oriented attitude and strong drive to deliver results.

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
  • Best-in-class Group Medical Insurance policy covering employee, spouse and up to 2 children
  • Competitive accident and term life policies for up to 3 times annual gross salary
  • Progressive OPD policy of INR 30,000 for employee, spouse and up to 2 children

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.

JOB ID: 26094674

Job Locations: India, Maharashtra, Pune

Contact information for application-related questions: talent.acquisition@henkel.com

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