Engineer I, Process Development Group

About the Role

This R&D position is primarily responsible for the planning and execution of pilot-scale manufacturing processes to seamlessly transition the development of new Shiseido products from formulation to manufacturing. The Engineer I is charged with being able to identify and solve potential issues with scaling-up formulas through process experimentation, observation, and data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Under direction and guidance from senior team members, study, understand, and execute pilot scale batches of R&D lab formulas for a smooth transition to manufacturing/production scale, providing fluid communication between R&D and Manufacturing. This involves all facets of R&D Pilot Production: Experimental Design, Execution, Physical/Analytical Testing, and Quantitative Analysis and Interpretation.
• Work alongside formulating chemists from the early developmental stage of projects to help determine potential future quality and process concerns.
• Acquire the knowledge necessary to create a Design of Experiments (DOE) to solve processing challenges.
• Design, prepare, and execute manufacturing trial and process validation batches of assigned projects.
• Actively participate in the understanding and resolution of new/existing manufacturing issues.
• Be responsible for compliance of assigned work area with company-set standards for laboratory safety and general maintenance.
• Investigate out-of-specification manufacturing batches and production non-conformances, as needed. Implement effective and efficient corrective and preventive actions.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• MS Office applications proficiency.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related degree.
• 0-2 years in a science-related industry, preferably personal care.
• Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills.
• Driven to continuously learn and test new ideas independently and in teams.