Materials Scientist, Polymers
San Carlos, CA$200k - $248kFull-timePosted 2mo ago
About the role
Research and develop advanced polymer coating materials for load-bearing composites in humanoid robotics, linking coating chemistry to performance and manufacturability.
Responsibilities
- Develop the advanced coating materials that define the next generation of humanoid robotics.
- Lead polymer chemistry-driven R&D efforts focused on novel polymer coating materials for load-bearing composites applications.
- Design experiments, characterize materials, and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to integrate new materials into production-ready robotic systems.
- Connect coating chemistry and polymer fundamental properties to materials performance (adhesion, friction, abrasion, heat generation, flexibility, fatigue, etc.).
- Shape mechanical performance, durability, safety, and manufacturability of future 1X robots.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Science, or closely related engineering discipline
- Minimum 3 years of experience developing advanced polymer coating materials
- Strong experience with material characterization techniques including DMA, DSC, TGA, FTIR, rheology, and mechanical testing
- Experience with polymer synthesis, formulation chemistry, polyurethane or other polymer chemistries for coating
- Experience designing statistically rigorous experiments (DOE) and analyzing experimental data to optimize material performance
- Excellent laboratory skills with strong attention to chemical safety, documentation, and experimental rigor
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts across multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced research and product development environment
Skills
Required:Polymer chemistryMaterials characterizationAdhesion and coatings formulationDOE / experimental designCross-functional collaborationCommunicationProject ownership
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off, company holidays, and parental leave
- 401(k) plan with company match (100% on the first 3% of contributions, 50% on the next 2%)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) options
- Commuter benefits (transit and parking)
- Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, financial, and personal support
- Onsite snacks and catered lunches
Last updated Oct 4, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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