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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative R&D Chemical Engineer to join our research and development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing chemical processes and formulations to support new product development and improve existing products. This role requires a strong foundation in chemical engineering principles, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
As an R&D Chemical Engineer, you will be expected to lead and participate in experimental design, data analysis, and scale-up activities. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including product development, quality assurance, manufacturing, and marketing to ensure that new products meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards. Your work will directly contribute to the innovation pipeline and help maintain the company’s competitive edge in the market.
Key responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, developing hypotheses, designing experiments, analyzing results, and preparing technical reports and presentations. You will also be involved in identifying and evaluating new raw materials, technologies, and equipment that can enhance product performance or reduce costs. A strong understanding of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena is essential.
The successful candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and be able to adapt to changing priorities. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be required to present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity for a chemical engineer who is passionate about innovation and wants to make a tangible impact through science and technology. If you are driven by curiosity and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Analyze experimental data and optimize formulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale up processes
- Prepare technical documentation and reports
- Evaluate new raw materials and technologies
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
- Support manufacturing with process troubleshooting
- Maintain accurate records of research activities
- Present findings to internal stakeholders
- Contribute to intellectual property development
Requirements
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- 3+ years of experience in R&D or process development
- Strong knowledge of chemical engineering principles
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques and analytical tools
- Experience with process scale-up and pilot plant operations
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Familiarity with regulatory standards and safety protocols
- Project management experience is a plus
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in chemical process development?
- Can you describe a successful R&D project you led?
- How do you approach troubleshooting a failed experiment?
- What analytical tools are you proficient in?
- Have you worked with cross-functional teams before?
- How do you prioritize multiple projects?
- What safety protocols do you follow in the lab?
- Are you familiar with scale-up from lab to production?
- What motivates you to work in R&D?
- How do you stay updated with new technologies in chemical engineering?
