R&D Chemical Engineer
Chemours
As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.
**CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS**
At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.
Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.
Chemours is seeking an **R&D Chemical Engineer** to join our growing **Thermal & Specialized Solutions** team in the Process Development R&D group. This position will be available at the **Chemours Discovery Hub, in Newark, Delaware, and the Experimental Station in Wilmington, Delaware** and report directly to the **Technology Manager.**
**The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:**
+ Design and execute research plans for lab-scale reaction pathway exploration safely and independently, including heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysis.
+ Design, build, and commission pilot equipment for scaling up chemistry demonstrated on the lab-scale
+ Complete rigorous hazards analysis and safety documentation for new processes
+ Interpret and analyze results and make suggestions on alternative approaches or improvements
+ Share conclusions broadly and continue experiments as needed with minimal guidance
+ Interface with senior technical researchers to set the objectives & priorities for the various tests
+ Provide data to guide research programs and to prepare patent applications
+ Ensure laboratory and analytical measurement systems are in good working condition and to make upgrades as needed
**The following is** **_required_** **for this role:**
+ Bachelor’s (+8 to 10 years experience), Master’s (+5 or more years of experience), or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering
+ Good interpersonal and written/oral communication skills, and the ability to work well with all levels in the organization
+ Self-motivated, independent research leadership with critical-thinking skills
+ Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge to diagnose, troubleshoot, and solve problems
+ Ability to plan, prioritize and manage multiple, complex, time-sensitive projects
+ Ability to work in a team environment with high degree of initiative and self-motivation and flexibility to monitor and move projects forward quickly and safely
**The following is** **_preferred_** **for this role:**
+ Heterogeneous catalysis and reaction engineering experience
+ Organic synthesis experience and familiarity with lab techniques
+ Co-author of published research in the field
+ Experience with chemical process design and associated tools such as Aspen
+ Comfort with both chemistry and engineering disciplines
**Benefits:**
Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
401(k) Match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
Company-paid Volunteer Day
We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.
Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. (https://www.chemours.com/en/careers)
_Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws._
_Chemours is an E-Verify employer_
_Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation_
_Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position_
_Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities_
_In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do._
Pay Range (in local currency):
$93,184.00 - $145,600.00
Chemours Level:
25
Annual Bonus Target:
8%
_The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation._ _Factors considered_ _in extending a compensation offer include (but are_ _not limited to)_ _responsibilities of the_ _job, experience,_ _knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans._
At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."
A new company. A new purpose. A new commitment to customers and chemistry. We are Chemours. And even more exciting is how our employees are committed to be catalysts for better. The word “ours” is in our name intentionally. It is about our employees, our customers and our world. Our values are simple: We seek to put our customers first always. We encourage creativity and simplicity. We give you the ability to operate with the innovation and enthusiasm of an entrepreneur. We are obsessed with making our world safe and we do this all with unshakable integrity – doing what is right. See chemistry in a different way at Chemours.
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