Chemical Engineer

Voyager Technologies, Inc. • Penrose, CO

9h • $75,000 - $105,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Engineer will support the establishment of a new chemical manufacturing facility by specifying, procuring, designing, building, testing, and commissioning chemical process equipment. The role is part of the Chemicals and Explosives Team and reports to the Chief Engineer. It is an on-site position based in Penrose, Colorado, with an expected move to Pueblo, Colorado, within the next year. Travel of up to 15% may be required, including overnight travel, particularly to the Minden, Louisiana area.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related discipline, or at least 4 years of chemical engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience taking a process through design, testing, iteration, and scale-up.
• Experience executing a project on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards.
• Working knowledge of mass and energy balances, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics.
• Working knowledge of common unit operations used in chemical manufacturing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally, and through presentations, including explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses; must be at least 21 years of age, pass pre-employment drug testing and health screening, and pass State and Federal background checks.
• Must be a U.S. Person and eligible to obtain any required U.S. export authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of chemical engineering experience with a bachelor’s degree in engineering, or 6 years of chemical engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience with one or more of the following unit operation types: electrochemistry, evaporation, crystallization, dewatering, drying, and powder packaging.

Responsibilities

• Translate laboratory data into process requirements and equipment specifications.
• Procure existing industrial equipment when it meets cost, schedule, and performance requirements.
• Develop and build first-principles solutions with the technician team when existing equipment does not meet requirements.
• Test, refine, and commission equipment to bring systems into operation.
• Contribute to the safe development and operation of equipment.
• Identify, communicate, and track engineering risks and mitigations.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with more than 12,700 nationwide options and free on-demand workout videos before enrollment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%.
• Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• The position may be eligible for a lump-sum bonus upon hire.
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level