Process Engineer - Manufacturing

Title: Process Engineer - ManufacturingLocation: Eastern Connecticut | Onsite Company Summary:A growing chemical engineering organization is seeking a Process Engineer to join its technical team in Connecticut. Supporting primarily pharmaceutical and specialty chemical applications, this organization works across laboratory process development and chemical manufacturing, helping customers better understand, optimize, and scale complex chemical processes. This role offers hands-on exposure to wet organic chemistry, reaction optimization, process characterization, crystallization, and data-rich experimentation. The Process Engineer will execute laboratory-scale studies, analyze reaction and process data, and translate findings into practical process improvements while collaborating with technical teams and customers. The Process Engineer will be responsible for:Designing and executing experiments to characterize and optimize chemical processes.Monitoring reactions, collecting samples and analyzing kinetic and process data to develop a deeper understanding of process performance.Supporting reaction development, crystallization, particle-size engineering, and other chemical unit operations.Utilizing laboratory and analytical equipment to monitor and characterize chemical reactions.Supporting the development and improvement of batch and continuous chemical processes, including scale-up and manufacturing activities.Troubleshooting process challenges and developing data-driven recommendations.Compiling experimental results and communicating technical findings to internal teams and customers. The Process Engineer should have the following qualifications:Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.Relevant industry experience in chemical process development, chemical manufacturing, or a closely related environment.Hands-on experience working with chemical reactions and laboratory-scale process development.Strong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals including reaction kinetics, mixing, heat transfer, and process data analysis.Experience with crystallization, process characterization, reaction monitoring, or chemical process scale-up is highly preferred.Pharmaceutical, API, fine chemical, or similar chemical processing experience is preferred.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.Must meet applicable U.S. person requirements for access to export-controlled technology. Benefits/Perks:Annual incentive plan based on company and individual performance.401(k) with 6% company match and immediate vesting.$0-deductible health insurance plan with additional dental, vision, and wellness options.Paid U.S. government holidays.Company shutdown between Christmas and New Year's, separate from PTO.Opportunity to work across both laboratory process development and chemical manufacturing in a highly technical environment. If you're interested in this role, please apply below now!