What are the responsibilities and job description for the Iodine Process Engineer position at Kelly and Careers?
Kelly Science & Clinical is currently recruiting candidates for an Iodine Process Engineer/Chemist position at a chemical company in northwest Houston. The overall responsibility of the position is to design, develop, and optimize the chemical and physical steps of extracting and purifying iodine from sources like brines, caliche, and specialty applications.
Responsibilities:
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Responsibilities:
- Design and improve processes and custom equipment used for iodine and iodine compounds production, from raw extraction to purified output
- Manage and refine the blow-out process to recover iodine from brines, including acidification and oxidation
- Manage processes to achieve high-purity iodine, often involving techniques like separating iodine from brine and then solidifying it in a prill tower
- Develop processes for other applications, such as the sulfur-iodine water-splitting cycle for hydrogen production and the process for creating ultrapure titanium through the decomposition of titanium iodides in brine water
- Analyze process data, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement continuous improvements for process efficiency, safety, and product quality
- Collaborate with plant engineers, R&D, and maintenance teams to specify, scale, and validate new equipment and technologies
- PhD (1 year of experience), MS (2 years of experience), or BS (4 years of experience) Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field
- Applicable experience in the field of iodine extraction and purification from brines or additional sources
- Expertise in designing, piloting, and scaling chemical production systems
- Overall strong knowledge of chemical process engineering principles, thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, and process control
- Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team-based environment
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