Expert Chemical Engineer - Strip Coating

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority for chemical processing technologies used in turbine component manufacturing and repair.
• Support global sites in resolving complex chemical processing and materials-related challenges.
• Develop and standardize chemical process controls, specifications, and best practices to ensure quality and repeatability.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, process optimization, and root cause investigation.
• Champion chemical process safety, regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and sustainable processing solutions.
• Lead the global Chemical Processing Community of Practice, promoting knowledge sharing, technical alignment, and talent development.
• Identify, develop, and deploy new chemical processing technologies that improve quality, capability, cost, safety, and environmental performance.
• Collaborate with R&D, suppliers, and cross-functional teams to execute chemical processing technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering; Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in chemical processing within aerospace, gas turbine, or high-temperature alloy environments.
• Expertise in wet chemical processing, surface treatment, and materials interactions.
• Experience supporting manufacturing and/or repair operations.
• Strong problem-solving, process improvement, and technical leadership skills.
• Ability to travel globally up to 50%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of aerospace quality systems and regulatory requirements.
• Proven success implementing new technologies and driving process improvements in manufacturing environments.