Chemical Materials & Technology Engineer
ALTEN Technology USA · Hagerstown, MD · 3 wk ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
Summary
We are seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented, and data-driven Chemical Materials & Technology Engineer to join our research and development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in analytical chemistry, laboratory sciences, and electrochemical methods, along with hands-on experience in product development, quality control, and manufacturing support.
Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation including ICP-OES, FTIR, TGA, and related analytical equipment
- Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods to support product testing and quality assurance
- Design and execute experiments using spectroscopy, chromatography (GC/HPLC), and wet chemistry techniques
- Analyze and interpret complex data sets to support research, product development, and manufacturing processes
- Manage and maintain laboratory data in LIMS systems, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and compliance
- Perform routine and non-routine quality control testing to ensure products meet regulatory and internal specifications
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, materials, and product development teams to troubleshoot and improve processes
- Support product development initiatives by providing technical insight, experimental results, and recommendations
- Ensure all laboratory activities comply with GLP, CGMP, ISO 9001, and safety standards
- Document experimental procedures, methodologies, and findings through clear and detailed technical reports
- Stay current with advancements in analytical chemistry techniques and technologies
- Present findings, conclusions, and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline
- Proven experience in analytical chemistry, laboratory testing, or quality control within a manufacturing or R&D environment
- Strong working knowledge of analytical instrumentation and techniques, including spectroscopy and chromatography
- Experience with wet chemistry methods and electrochemical analysis
- Familiarity with GLP, CGMP, ISO 9001 standards, and laboratory safety practices
- Hands-on experience with LIMS or other laboratory data management systems
- Solid understanding of scientific research methodologies and product development processes
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and presentations
Pay
Salary Range: $75,000 to $80,000
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience