Chemical Engineer

Amentum•Natick, MA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Chemical Engineer to support the U.S. Combat Capabilities and Development Command Soldier Center (CCDC SC). This role will focus on assisting with the stand-up of a biopolymer-based fibers and nanomaterials spinning facility using melt, wet, dry-jet wet, and electrospinning techniques at the Soldier Center. The candidate will be the focal point for current and future research and development efforts, routinely coordinating with agencies and organizations to support the Soldier Center team. This position is on site at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Limited travel may be required. Other duties may be assigned to support client and contract deliverables.

Requirements

Must possess a PhD in Chemical Engineering
Minimum of 9 years of experience with cellulose fibers
Proven ability to work independently and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with personnel at all levels.
Must have prior experience with polymer science, rheology, and fiber engineering.
Experience with the design of biopolymer-based fibers and nanomaterials using melt, wet, dry-jet wet, and electrospinning techniques.
Demonstrated ability to explain design concepts, analyze and solve problems, prepare presentations, and receive feedback.
Excellent collaboration, multi-tasking and communication skills.
Ability to plan and organize work effectively as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working at MIT and associated Research lab facilities
Previous experience with rheology-driven design and property optimization, integrating molecular dynamics to spinnability and end-use performance

Responsibilities

Assist and provide guidance in developing a lab with pilot line equipment and sourcing solutions.
Identify gaps in processing equipment necessary to complete the wet spinning process.
Identify equipment for dope pre-processing (grinding, particle sizing) and dope dissolution (kneaders, mixers, and screw design for extruder systems).
Assist and provide guidance in identifying optimal dope formulations of 100% cellulose dopes and cellulose by conducting rheological experiments.
Assist and provide guidance in optimizing the wet spinning process both on lab and pilot level systems.
Assist and provide guidance in designing and optimizing coagulation conditions, washing and drying conditions.