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The Role
The Research Chemical Engineer develops separation process technologies, conducts pilot studies, interprets data, and collaborates with teams for industrial applications.
Summary Generated by Built In
Amalgamated Research LLC (ARi) is seeking a Research Chemical Engineer to join its R&D facility in Twin Falls, Idaho. This role focuses on process research and development, with hands-on work in production-scale chromatography and ion-exchange technologies.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys an applied research environment—combining fundamental research with real-world validation and implementation. The successful candidate will take full ownership of research projects, enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, and be motivated by seeing ideas move from concept to industrial application.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop separation process technologies using adsorption, ion exchange, and industrial chromatography unit operations for clients across multiple industries
- Design and execute experimental pilot studies to generate engineering data and validate numerical model predictions
- Apply optimization and troubleshooting techniques to identify the best technical solutions
- Interpret bench-scale data and translate findings to industrial-scale applications
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary internal teams and interface with potential customers on new applications of ARi technology
Qualifications
- B.S. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field
- Strong background in experimental design and troubleshooting
- Experience interpreting experimental data and applying insights to industrial-scale solutions
- Ability to clearly communicate complex technical information through reports and presentations
- Basic understanding of chromatographic, adsorption, and ion-exchange processes preferred
- Comfortable working in cross-functional, collaborative teams
- Spanish fluency is a plus
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The Company
What We Do
Amalgamated Sugar produces sugar from sugarbeets grown by the ~700 members of our cooperative. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, Amalgamated Sugar is the second-largest refiner and processor of sugar from sugarbeets in the United States.
Why Work With Us
At the Amalgamated Sugar Company, employees are part of a grower-owned company with strong values and a long-standing commitment to its people. Our Total Rewards Program supports employees by offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional and personal growth.
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