The Chemical Process Engineer will provide oversight in key areas to ensure both proper prioritization of customer orders and process quality control to meet customer requirements. The Chemical Process Engineer will collaborate with technology and manufacturing team members to achieve team priorities.
The Chemical Process Engineer will:- Perform research and development of specialty chemicals under senior engineers' guidance.
- Lead key objectives for the manufacturing scale-up and implementation of pilot processes.
- Develop and execute design of experiments to optimize material performance and production efficiency based on customer CTQs
- Work with technology and manufacturing team members to design, build, and operate chemical apparatuses/equipment.
- Lead process and quality improvement efforts in assigned production areas.
- Work with production team to ensure production planning is aligned to meet customer requests.
- Ensure production processes are compliant with manufacturing control plans and instructions.
- Evaluate material performance characteristics through a variety of diagnostic/equipment techniques including spectroscopy, particle size analysis, SEM, TGA/DTA, XRF, XRD, etc.
- Generate and manage technical process/material specifications as well as technical documents required for customers.
Qualifications:- B.S. Degree in Engineering or Science (Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Engineering).
- 3+ years prior experience in chemical/material production, process design, and process control.
- Understanding of material synthesis via wet chemical and/or solid-state synthesis methods
- Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment and leading hourly production workers
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills; experience with design of experiment techniques
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously
- Demonstrated ability to work without boundaries to accomplish critical tasks
- Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean methodologies, including the tools and ability to apply them correctly in executing a project or program
Other Requirements:- Ability to set priorities and work efficiently with limited direct supervision
- Ability to prepare clear and concise data analysis and technical reports
- Ability to work cross-functionally, develops and maintains good working relationships
- Ability to implement and maintain a high level of organization of tests and samples
- Ability to perform all assigned tasks, work independently, and complete work on schedule
- Ability to work on several tasks at once and to change priorities to align with the company's needs
- Ability and willingness to take initiative to complete projects in timely manner
- Proactive in detection and correction of possible EHS issues. Working with safety as first priority, for both the individual and the team
- Fluency in written and spoken English
CompensationThe position has a compensation package inclusive of base, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more. This salary range is $73,000-$95,000.
Benefits and PerksThe Highlights:All around competitive culture where together we strive to:
- Approach each day with a tenacious curiosity
- Communicate openly and honestly- internally and externally
- Work hard, take risks, fail fast...learn and move on
- Embrace diversity and welcome opposing thoughts
- Empower and develop each other
- We have an open and inclusive culture where you'll learn and grow through programs and resources like:
- Quarterly company all employee meetings
- Management and Leadership development
- Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure
- Access to top-notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning
- Regular manager check-ins to drive performance and career growth
Our more standard benefits- Full-time exempt roles have a Permissive Time Off Policy, giving you flexibility to rest, relax and recharge away from work
- Paid Company Holidays
- A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match
- Flexible Spending Account options for pre-tax employee allocations
Equal Opportunity EmployerCurrent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. At Current, we are Always On and working to improve lives with the industry's most expansive portfolio of sustainable advanced lighting and intelligent controls that reliably meet our customers' needs. Learn more at CurrentLighting.com
