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Axalta · 8 hours ago

Color Systems - Applied Color Scientist

Greater Philadelphia

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Axalta Coating Systems is a global leader in high-performance coatings, delivering innovative solutions to the automotive, industrial, and refinish markets. We are seeking a Color Scientist to join our team at the Global Innovation Center in Philadelphia, PA, focusing on developing and supporting modeling tools and processes to optimize color and appearance quality across a broad range of product lines.

IndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingSustainability

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as a subject matter expert in color and appearance measurement and prediction within a coatings manufacturing and research environment

Provide input on system-level metrics and validation methods for evaluating color model performance

Recommend best practices and tools for basic color functionality (e.g., color correction, CIELab color difference application) in coatings development

Collaborate with software developers and fellow color scientists to implement algorithms for quantifying color and appearance

Conduct statistical analyses using databases and software tools to identify and troubleshoot issues affecting coating color matching. Use data patterns, color theory comparisons, and Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies

Communicate complex color concepts to stakeholders across disciplines, acting as a bridge between color scientists, data engineers, and software developers

Qualification

Color ScienceData AnalyticsStatistical AnalysisProgramming/Scripting PythonProgramming/Scripting MATLABProgramming/Scripting RDatabase Querying SQLDatabase Querying TableauProject ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Master's or PhD in Color Science, Physics, Optics, or a related field (highly qualified candidates with a Bachelor's degree will also be considered)

Minimum of 5 years of experience applying color theory in manufacturing or industrial environments

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in color matching processes

Experience in theoretical and empirical modeling, statistics, computer systems development, and process control

Proficiency in data analytics using programming/scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, R) and database querying tools (SQL, Tableau)

Effective project management and execution capabilities

Ability to work collaboratively and influence effectively within a global and diverse organization

Excellent communication skills, including the ability to understand customer requirements and clearly convey technical recommendations

Benefits

Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Employee wellness programs and resources

Opportunities to work on global, cutting-edge technology initiatives

Inclusive and collaborative work environment

Company

Axalta

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Axalta provides performance coatings for a wide range of industrial applications; light vehicle and commercial vehicle coatings for original equipment manufacturers; and refinish surface preparation and coating systems for body shops globally.

Founded in 1866

Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees