[Hiring] Process R&D Manager @Orbia

Role Description

The Process R&D Manager owns R&D efforts on key programs across our portfolio, supported by a small direct team and a broader team in our global technology centers. This is a key role requiring experience and judgement to manage and deliver multiple simultaneous projects in a matrixed organization. Projects span:

• New process development and design
• Technology licensing
• Process piloting
• Options analysis and techno economic assessments
• Contract R&D
• Process improvements
• Plant troubleshooting

This person would provide thought leadership in process development and unit operations, and work closely with technology, project, and operations teams. They would act as an advisor to senior management on key technical questions and choices. A solution-oriented mindset, and ability to debate, constructively challenge, and influence effectively across teams are keys to success in this role. This is a hands-on role. Prior experience in LiPF6 or other fluorochemical processes, as well as expertise in solid liquid separations and powder handling/testing is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Chemical Engineering
• 10+ years post-graduate industry experience
• Ability to take ownership and accountability for defining and executing R&D programs, especially early stage, less defined projects
• Hands-on technology transfer, pilot/full scale plant build and/or operations experience
• Operational experience and understanding of a range of chemical unit operations and equipment
• Experience in understanding of and designing for process safety
• Curiosity and keenness to learn and embrace new technologies and approaches
• Ability to effectively deal with multiple stakeholders and sometimes competing priorities
• Executive presence
• Strong chemical engineering fundamentals in reactions, fluid flow, heat transfer

Requirements

• LiPF6 or other fluorochemical production experience (desired)
• Expertise in solid liquid separations and powder handling (desired)
• Statistics, and process modeling/simulation experience (desired)

Benefits

• Day One Benefits!
• Annual Bonus Plans
• 11 Paid Company Holidays
• 401(k) with a 6% company match
• Wellness Reimbursement
• And much much more!

Company Description

Orbia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.