Position Title: Asphalt Research Chemist

Position Summary

The Asphalt Research Chemist is responsible for working with the Heritage Construction +Materials team to develop new products, modifiers, and additives for the asphalt binder industry using a focused approached to both laboratory and field testing. The asphalt research chemist conceptualizes and develops to then produce and test asphalt products, modifiers, and additives in a timely manner. This involves the testing of research samples and field samples, innovative and creative thinking, analyzing data, and problem solving.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Follow industry-standard preparation and testing protocol and quality control guidelines
• Record and organize information from a variety of sources accurately
• Communicate effectively with all members of the asphalt binder and emulsion team, The Heritage Research Group and other internal and external partners
• Use a variety of equipment at high temperature to effectively prepare samples
• Prepare and test specimens according to industry standards and specifications
• Evaluate and analyze test results and provide input for further improvement
• Generate and review technical reports, internal and external presentations
• Participate in the design and execution of field trials and asphalt plant trials
• Perform literature reviews of ongoing asphalt binder related research
• Assist in general maintenance and calibration of all laboratory equipment
• Represent HRG at various internal and external technical meetings.
• Troubleshoot asphalt binder issues with company plant personnel and quality control representatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science is preferred
• 3+ years experience related work experience required
• Experience in performing asphalt binder laboratory testing preferred
• Outstanding organizational, problem solving, and creative thinking skills
• Capable of managing time and easily able to perform multiple tasks concurrently
• Effective communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to respond proactively to needs or issues
• Ability to read, understand, and follow ASTM, AASHTO, D.O.T., county, etc. testing methods

About The Heritage Group

The Heritage Group (THG) is a privately held portfolio of companies focused on creating long-term value by building world-class businesses. Under four generations of family ownership, we employ thousands of people around the world, with operations across North America, Europe, and China, in the core industries of Environmental and Remediation, Specialty Chemicals and Fuel Products, and Construction and Materials. Driven by innovation and research, our in-house R&D team, Heritage Research Group, specializes in helping our diverse set of companies evolve and adapt to a changing marketplace by providing cutting-edge solutions and exploring new opportunities in its state-of-the-art facility. And while acquisitions, partnerships, internal expansion, and startups may be our cornerstone, we're a family company at heart-aiming to build long-term relationships with our customers, vendors, and partners so that we can turn big challenges into even bigger opportunities to make a difference in the world.

The Heritage Group welcomes the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all to work together to accomplish our goals