Lab Engineer, Process Optimization
Core
Develop new oleochemical products and optimize existing processes for cosmetic, cleaning, and healthcare applications, bridging lab research with plant production.
Role type
Lab Engineer, Process Optimization
Builds
New oleochemical products and optimized chemical synthesis processes
Domain
Oleochemistry / Chemical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
organic chemistry, chemical engineering, oleochemistry, esterification, amidation, quaternization, ethoxylation, technical performance testing, analytical methods, process troubleshooting, project management
Preferred skills
technology transfer to manufacturing, scaling up lab trials, SOP evaluation, raw material qualification, cost saving analysis
Technologies
lab equipment for chemical synthesis, analytical instruments
Responsibilities
Conduct lab experiments for oleochemistry reactions; Scale up lab trials for production; Optimize current products and processes based on plant requirements; Evaluate and qualify new raw materials; Support plant chemical process problem solving and improvement; Manage lab safety and ISO/ESHQ systems
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC