Rahul Bhardwaj

About Rahul Bhardwaj

Polymer scientist having extensive experience in research and development of thermoplastic materials for packaging and other applications. Expertise in processes such as multi-layer co-extrusion, compounding, extrusion coating, film extrusion and injection molding. Vast experience in developing engineered products for food service, electronic packaging and consumer durable markets. Expertise includes the fundamental understanding of polymer structure-property relationships and their correlations with product performance. Strong experience in various polymer modification techniques such as polymer blends and alloys, impact and rheology modification, reactive extrusion for molecular branching, chain extension and compatibilization, foaming, and reinforced thermoplastics based on fibers, fillers and nanoparticles. Successfully translated products from concept to commercialization by utilizing strong problem solving ability along with a balance of communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience

1. Sr Principal Scientist-polymers

   Smurfit Westrock

   Jul 2024 — Present · Richmond, VA, US

Education

• Maharshi Dayanand University

  Master of Science (M.S.), Chemistry

  1997 — 1999

• Delhi College of Engineering

  M.E., Polymer Technology

  2001 — 2003

• Michigan State University

  PhD, Packaging Science

  2004 — 2008

• Govt. College Narnaul

  Chemistry

Skills

• Product Development
• Polymers
• Engineering
• Nanocomposites
• Coatings
• Materials
• Plastics
• Thermoplastics
• Packaging
• Extrusion
• R&D
• Six Sigma
• Composites
• Resin
• Adhesives
• Design of Experiments
• Manufacturing
• Polymer Chemistry
• Polymer Science
• Material Selection
• Injection Molding
• Materials Science