ART Head Americas INKS
EvonikAllentown, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted December 19, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. While we don’t produce electric cars, aircraft, medications or 3D printers, Evonik is part and parcel of these and many other end products. That’s because we contribute the small things that make a big difference. We make electric car batteries perform better, aircraft greener, medications more effective and 3D printers more efficient. In short: We think beyond the bounds of chemistry to make the world a better place. Today and tomorrow. We are an international group with a workforce of over 32,000 people spread across more than one hundred locations. Our daily work is shaped by global concerns, such as sustainability, diversity and digitalization. In all our business decisions, we take the present and future generations into consideration. After all, being ready for tomorrow is our business. Interested in joining our global team? Our wide range of opportunities extends from creative and innovative research through international management all the way to production. Whether you’re studying, starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, come help us make the world a better place. For more information about careers at Evonik, go to: www.careers.evonik.com. #HumanChemistry Find our netiquette on: www.evonik.com/netiquette
Job Description
The ART Head Americas INKS leads the technical function for the Printing Inks market segment across North and South America. This role is the senior technical authority for customers, key accounts, and internal stakeholders, while also managing and developing a team of ~4 scientists and technicians in our Research & Development lab in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field required.
- 10+ years of relevant industry experience in printing inks or closely related areas such as coatings or coatings raw materials.
- Strong hands-on background in formulation and applied technology, with deep understanding of inks formulation and additive technologies.
- Proven experience in customer-facing technical roles, including direct engagement with customers.
- Experience leading or contributing to innovation and development projects, translating market needs into technical solutions.
- Prior people leadership experience is strongly preferred, though high-potential technical leaders will be considered.
Benefits
- Performance-based remuneration
- Occupational health benefits
- Hybrid and flexible working environments