Advanced R&D Engineer - Pilot Plant

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research and development activities to drive innovation
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop, design, and execute complicated chemical operations projects
• Direct Pilot Plant Operators in the day-to-day functions of the operation
• Develop and write Standard Operating Procedures and train operators on the procedures
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses and contribute as process expert and drive action items and deliverables
• Support Pilot Plant daily operations, audits, safety initiatives, and building projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or another related field
• 5+ years of experience engineering in the chemical industry, either in operations, process engineering, or research and development
• Ability to apply core process and technical knowledge to unfamiliar technologies
• Diverse experience in Chemical Unit Operations including: Distillation, Heat Transfer, and Reactor Systems
• Ability to come up with creative technical solutions for a given problem
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning
• Attention to detail

About the Role

The Senior R&D Manager of the Pilot Plant at our Buffalo, NY location oversees the conduct of advanced research and development activities in a Pilot Plant operations environment to drive innovation and deliver cutting-edge solutions.