Research Engineer

Benefits

Benefits & Incentives
Day 1 Benefits ( Health, Dental, Vision )
Paid Retirement (Employee Stock Ownership), 401k Retirement Option
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays (9), Paid Life Insurance Policy up to $50,000
Employer Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability ,
Full Time Mon-Fri Day Shift (No Weekends) Home every night
Pay Rate: DOE , Yearly Bonus

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead laboratory and pilot-scale projects focused on developing new polymer-coated products, innovative coating technologies, and improvements to existing chemical manufacturing processes.

• Formulate and conduct experiments using coated fertilizer products and polymer coatings with agricultural additives (e.g., insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, fillers, micronutrients, amendments, stimulants, and growth regulators).

• Direct, coordinate, or advise scientific and technical personnel on test procedures and analysis of physical properties of materials and products.

• Develop new products and production methods to enhance performance and efficiency.

• Analyze compounds and products using scientific instrumentation to determine chemical and physical properties, composition, structure, and reactivity.

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), technical reports, patent applications, safety materials, and product formulation records.

• Collect, organize, analyze, and communicate experimental data and project outcomes effectively.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and work independently under the guidance of a group leader to design and execute product development programs.

• Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting production issues and identifying process improvements.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with protocols.

• Demonstrate proficiency with manufacturing equipment, process design, and operational functionality.

• Utilize software tools such as Microsoft Excel and Word to plan experiments, manage data, and summarize results.

• Develop a strong working knowledge of laboratory, pilot plant, and full-scale plant operating procedures

Education: 

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering or chemistry preferred.

• Other technical degrees will be considered, including mechanical engineering and physics.

Work Experience: 

• 1–5 years of relevant professional experience preferred.

• Experience with polyurethanes is highly preferred.

• Industrial experience in a chemical manufacturing or production environment is strongly preferred.

• Background in polymer chemistry, chemical plant operations, and data analysis is desirable.