Summary
Erik Antonio is a polymer scientist and innovation leader with 11 years of experience, currently managing Strategic Innovation at Omya’s Technology Center in Cincinnati. He leads polymer lab R&D, supports customers and sales across PVC, polyolefin, and thermoset applications, and has hands-on expertise in physical property testing, extrusion, and polymer processing. A PhD graduate from Clemson University, his research and publications span additive manufacturing, polymeric coatings, and composites, blending academic rigor with industrial problem-solving. He has a track record of collaborating across Omya’s international R&D network and translating lab-scale findings into customer-focused technical support. Beyond the lab, Erik’s background as a long-time developer and educator hints at a multidisciplinary curiosity and comfort with diverse technical tools and languages. Known for meticulous lab management and analytical rigor, he brings both strategic vision and practical execution to materials innovation.
11 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Materials Science and Engineering, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Materials Science and Engineering at Clemson University
Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Mississippi State University
English, Spanish