Chemical R&D Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking a talented hands-on R&D chemical engineer or chemist to join our team. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a diverse portfolio of clean-tech research in areas such as thermochemical biofuel production advanced water recycling adsorption technology (VSA/PSA) composite materials and chemicals processing.

We are interested in applicants at all degree levels with specific experience in but not limited to one or more of the following areas:

• Reactor Design and Integration: Design and assembly of bench-scale and pilot-scale systems (experience with high-pressure/high-temperature reactors is a plus)
• Separation and Purification: Hands-on experience with water purification technologies (RO filtration general desalination) and gas-phase separations
• Advanced Fabrication: Experience with electroplating 3D printing or composite material synthesis
• Analytical Characterization: Proficiency in chemical characterization techniques such as gas chromatography (GC) liquid chromatography TGA DSC FTIR and UV spectroscopy and wet-lab instrumentation.
• Systems Engineering: Experience with LabVIEW programming programmable logic controllers (PLCs) electronic systems assembly and P&ID/PFD design
• Product Rotation: Role may include rotations on product development teams for new chemical-related HVAC/R products

We are looking for innovative problem solvers who are self-motivated and capable of driving technical milestones both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Position Requirements

• B.S. M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry
• Work experience (0-2 years)
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required due to US Government ITAR restrictions
• GPA > 3.3 at all degree levels
• Demonstrated experience in a hands-on laboratory or pilot-plant setting
• Strong mechanical aptitude and maker mindset for building custom apparatus

Mainstream Engineering Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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