Chemical Scale Up Tech

Element Solutions Inc

Piscataway, NJ0–2 yrs49m agovia LinkedIn

Key Responsibilities

  • Support Scale-Up Activities: Assist in scaling chemical processes from laboratory to pilot and production scale, ensuring reproducibility and safety.
  • Operate Equipment: Set up, operate, and maintain reactors, mixers, filtration systems, and other chemical processing equipment.
  • Data Collection & Analysis: Record process parameters, monitor reactions, and analyze results to optimize performance.
  • Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve process issues during scale-up trials, working closely with engineers and chemists.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of procedures, observations, and outcomes for regulatory and internal reporting.
  • Safety & Compliance: Follow strict safety protocols and ensure compliance with environmental and quality standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Education: Associate degree in Chemical Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Process Technology, or a related field; bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Experience: Up to two years of experience in a laboratory, engineering, production, or manufacturing environment is preferred. Recent graduates with a completed degree may be considered.
  • Technical Skills: Basic experience operating equipment, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot process or equipment issues.
  • Computer Skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, including the ability to organize, review, and summarize process data.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to accurately record and review data.
  • Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work across teams.
  • Safety: Strong safety awareness and the ability to understand and follow safety data sheets, chemical-handling requirements, and spill-response procedures.
  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of chemical engineering principles, reaction kinetics, and process equipment.
  • Hands-On Experience: Prior experience in chemical manufacturing, pilot plant operations, or lab-scale synthesis.
  • IT & Data Skills: Familiarity with data logging systems, spreadsheets, and basic analytical tools.
  • Regulatory Awareness: Knowledge of GMP, ISO, or other relevant standards is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Generous performance related bonus plan
  • 401k plan with company matching
  • Life Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 9 holidays

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