Process Development Engineer

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Allentown, PA
Junior
3D Printing • Chemical
The Role
The Process Development Engineer supports the transition of new technology from the lab to commercialization, managing projects, developing innovative processes, and analyzing lab data. Responsibilities include design and execution of experimental programs, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, data analysis using Six Sigma, and developing technoeconomic analyses for support in decision-making.
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What we offer

You will work on exciting and challenging topics together with a team in an ultra-modern, innovative and creative environment. Intensive on-the-job training with expert colleagues guarantees you will quickly become familiar with your duties and perform them independently. Performance related pay and the opportunity for personal and professional development are of course part of the package. Since 2009 Evonik Industries AG has been certified as a family-friendly company by the German Hertie Foundation.

Click on the link to learn more about Evonik from our employees:

https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

 

The position exists to support the development and transfer of new technology from lab scale to commercialization. The position may involve acting as a technical liaison with other departments. The incumbent will be involved in technology development programs from the concept stage through commercialization, working closely with team members from our engineering, operations, and business teams around the world. The incumbent will be required to function effectively on cross-functional project teams in both lead and support roles. The position requires development of technical expertise in one or two areas. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs process development and executes scale-up of complex new products in existing assets. Develops innovative technology that results in lower manufacturing cost or increased capacity in Evonik production plants. Acts as the project manager and technical lead for projects.
  • Design and lead experimental programs in the laboratory. Analysis of experimental lab data including heat of reaction, and reaction kinetics. Understanding of Organic Chemistry and/or Polymers, familiar with analytical techniques such as GC, GC/MS, NMR, GPC, and titrations and their utilization in process scale up and troubleshooting.
  • Analyze, interpret and document the knowledge gained from the development work in research reports.
  • Apply engineering and chemistry fundamentals to troubleshoot and identify root causes and help solve non-routine manufacturing problems. Provide technical guidance to Engineering and act as a consultant in specific areas of expertise.
  • Performs plant data analysis using a six sigma and/or statistical methodology. Apply the information to identify capacity improvements, trouble-shoot problems, determine feasibility of new products or process changes.
  • Develop technoeconomic analysis for various process development projects to support decision-making throughout the project and to help guide the experimental plan

REQUIREMENTS

  • ​PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or similar field preferred or a Master's degree with at least 6 years of hands-on working experience.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience preferred but not required. Working in a chemical plant or pilot plant operation, working in a chemical laboratory environment and project leadership experience desired.
  • Comfortable working in the lab and providing hands-on guidance to technicians.
  • Experience with new product scale-up and batch processing is a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to transfer technology from lab to commercial scale preferred. 
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills
  • Ability to effectively lead and contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams
  • Good understanding of analytical tools and methodologies preferred 
  • Knowledge of process safety management systems and PHA methodology preferred 

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

Your Application
 

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Wenda Cenexant [C]

Company is

Evonik Corporation

Top Skills

Chemical Engineering
Organic Chemistry
Polymers
The Company
HQ: Essen
13,812 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. While we don’t produce electric cars, aircraft, medications or 3D printers, Evonik is part and parcel of these and many other end products. That’s because we contribute the small things that make a big difference. We make electric car batteries perform better, aircraft greener, medications more effective and 3D printers more efficient. In short: We think beyond the bounds of chemistry to make the world a better place. Today and tomorrow. We are an international group with a workforce of over 32,000 people spread across more than one hundred locations. Our daily work is shaped by global concerns, such as sustainability, diversity and digitalization. In all our business decisions, we take the present and future generations into consideration. After all, being ready for tomorrow is our business.

Interested in joining our global team? Our wide range of opportunities extends from creative and innovative research through international management all the way to production. Whether you’re studying, starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, come help us make the world a better place. For more information about careers at Evonik, go to:
www.careers.evonik.com. #HumanChemistry

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