Lab Engineer, Process Optimization

What we offer Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us. Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik: https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/ RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the new product/technology development of products or technical solutions in the field of oleochemistry for cosmetic, cleaning or health care or interface & performance applications for GCR region, if necessary also globally. Conduct lab experiments for oleochemistry reactions such as esterification, amidation, quaternization, exthoxylation, etc. Be able to run necessary analysis test method and get reliable result which comparable to plant QC. Scaling up of lab trial for the production. Sufficient communication with AT and other stakeholders teams to manage projects forward. Responsible for current product / process optimization based on requirement from BL / PL and plant PT, effectively and quick response; Support global new product introduction to local plant, run lab trail to evaluate SOP and adjust according to local plant facilities, conditions control capability and local raw material quality; Run lab trail to evaluate and qualify new raw material from local vender for SCM/ production supporting; Support for plant chemical process problem solving and improvement, work with AT and plant together to investigate and deal with customer complaint; Efficiency enhancement and/or cost saving support for the plant from the point of chemical synthesis. Responsibility for lab management including chemical, process, equipment safety and smooth running of lab ISO and ESHQ management systems. REQUIREMENTS Master degree or above, major in organic chemistry or chemical engineering. Experience in product development, process optimization, and technology transfer to manufacturing. Experience with technical performance testing, analytical methods, and result interpretation. Strong project management and time management capabilities. Strong knowledge of oleochemistry and/or organic synthesis. Solid understanding of the reactions such as esterification, amidation, quaternization, and especially ethoxylation. Proven ability to troubleshoot production and process-related challenges. Strong logical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Comfortable communicating and presenting in English with global colleagues. Strong communication skills to handle the connections to different stakeholders during project management 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 www.evonik.com/en/careers.html. Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations. Your Talent Acquisition Manager: Thomas Gao （高宇） Company is Ev(Shanghai)InvMan This is your opportunity to join a thriving global organization that combines cutting-edge science, technology and engineering with world-class business services to create solutions that answer real-world problems. If you join us, we’ll expect you to take ownership of your work, team up with other great minds, and add your name to creations that make a positive difference for generations. As one of the world leaders in specialty chemicals operating in more than 100 countries with over 32,000 employees, we need your diversity of thought to make us better. In return for your passion, initiative and creativity, you’ll enjoy opportunities to improve and to be respected for your contribution. Click here to learn more about Evonik from our employees