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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated R&D Chemical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical engineering, with a focus on research and development. This role involves designing, developing, and optimizing chemical processes and products, ensuring they meet both quality and safety standards. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and marketing, to bring innovative solutions to market. Your responsibilities will include conducting experiments, analyzing data, and scaling up processes from the laboratory to full production. You will also be responsible for staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in chemical engineering and applying this knowledge to improve existing processes and develop new ones. The successful candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be required to present your findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. If you are passionate about chemical engineering and have a drive for innovation, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Design and develop new chemical processes and products.
- Conduct experiments and analyze data to optimize processes.
- Scale up processes from laboratory to full production.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring products to market.
- Ensure processes and products meet quality and safety standards.
- Stay up-to-date with advancements in chemical engineering.
- Apply new knowledge to improve existing processes.
- Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement safety measures.
- Participate in project planning and management.
- Provide technical support to production teams.
- Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
- Evaluate and select appropriate materials and equipment.
- Perform cost analysis and feasibility studies.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement process control strategies.
- Collaborate with external partners and suppliers.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
- Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering is preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in chemical process development.
- Strong background in research and development.
- Proficiency in process simulation software.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
- Experience with scale-up from lab to production.
- Knowledge of quality and safety standards.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Strong project management skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
- Experience with regulatory compliance.
- Proficiency in technical writing and documentation.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to train and mentor junior staff.
- Experience with risk assessment and mitigation.
- Knowledge of materials and equipment selection.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with chemical process development?
- How do you approach scaling up a process from the lab to full production?
- What software tools do you use for process simulation?
- Can you provide an example of a project where you improved an existing process?
- How do you ensure compliance with quality and safety standards?
- Describe a time when you had to troubleshoot a process-related issue.
- How do you stay current with advancements in chemical engineering?
- Can you discuss your experience with regulatory compliance?
- How do you handle working on multiple projects simultaneously?
- What strategies do you use for effective project management?
- How do you communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders?
- Describe your experience with risk assessment and mitigation.
- How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail in your work?
- Can you discuss a time when you had to train or mentor junior staff?
- What is your approach to developing and maintaining technical documentation?
- How do you collaborate with cross-functional teams?
- Can you provide an example of a successful product you helped bring to market?
- How do you evaluate and select materials and equipment for a project?
- Describe your experience with cost analysis and feasibility studies.
- What continuous improvement initiatives have you been involved in?
