Research Engineer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

The Research Engineer is responsible for leading research and development projects in support of existing process improvement and new process development.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment for self and others.
• Studies existing processes to develop a deeper understanding and provide new insights through a combination of experimentation and data analysis.
• Defines process improvement opportunities leading to improvements in productivity, quality, and cost.
• Leads or assists in the scale-up of new molecules from laboratory/pilot plant to commercial scale.
• Designs new and/or improved unit operations.
• Improves existing chemical processes.
• Provides technical support to plant operations.
• Assists in the review and monitoring of patent/scientific literature relevant to the business.
• Leads or assists in external programs with universities/institutions or other Syensqo entities to evaluate emerging technologies and works with Marketing to develop commercial opportunities.
• Facilitates the development and professional growth of assigned technician(s).
• Participates in peer and area coordinator safety audits and attends all required safety meetings & training.
• Performs any other duties required by the business.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering (preferred) or related discipline.
• Ability to develop new processes and scale up to commercial production with a good understanding of scale-up issues.
• Knowledge of polymer processing and characterization.
• Experience with analytical chemistry, statistical experimental design, and treatment of data.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong communications skills (oral and written).
• Demonstrated leadership ability.

Benefits

• 16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees.
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological).
• Employee retirement plan (401K) with match.

Pay

The U.S. annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is $98,720 to $123,400. Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

About Us

Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.