What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical R&D Engineer position at Mainstream Engineering Corporation?
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
Position Requirements
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
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