Research Engineer

Syensqo • Alpharetta, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Engineer is responsible for leading research and development projects in support of existing process improvement and new process development.

Requirements

• Ability to develop new processes and scale up to commercial production with good understanding of scale up issues.
• Knowledge of polymer processing and characterization.
• Experience with analytical chemistry, statistical experimental design, and treatment of data.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong communications skills (oral and written).
• Demonstrated leadership ability

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (perferred) or related discipline (desirable experience)

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment for self and others.
• Studies existing processes to develop a deeper understanding and provide new insights through a combination of experimentation and data analysis.
• Define process improvement opportunities leading to improvements in productivity, quality, and cost.
• Leads or assists in the scale-up of new molecules from laboratory/pilot plant to commercial scale.
• Designs new and/or improved unit operations.
• Improves existing chemical processes.
• Provides technical support to plant operations.
• Assists in the review and monitoring of patent/scientific literature relevant to the business.
• Leads or assists in external programs with universities/institutions or other Syensqo entities to evaluate emerging technologies and work with Marketing to develop commercial opportunities.
• Facilitates the development and professional growth of assigned technician(s).
• Participates in peer and area coordinator safety audits and attend all required safety meetings & training.
• Any other duties required by the business.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
• Employee retirement plan (401K) with match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree