Chemical Engineer

Ambs Chemical Search LLC; Connecticut; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambs Chemical Search LLC is seeking a Process Engineer to join a hands-on laboratory team in Connecticut. The role centers on chemical process development and experimental research, with opportunities to operate advanced reactors and performance analytics.

You will analyze kinetics, crystallization, and mass/energy balances, troubleshoot results, and prepare technical reports for multidisciplinary projects.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering with 2+ years of lab experience or MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory reactors and analytical equipment.
• Strong data analysis, technical writing, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or contract research environments preferred.
• Familiarity with Aspen, Dynochem, COMSOL, MATLAB, or DesignExpert is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute chemical process development and experimental research.
• Operate advanced laboratory reactors and process analytical technologies.
• Analyze reaction kinetics, crystallization, mass/energy balances, and experimental data.
• Troubleshoot results and make technical recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage project timelines.

Skills

Data analysis

Technical writing

Problem-solving

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen

Dynochem

COMSOL

MATLAB

DesignExpert

Job description

Chemical Engineer – Chemical R&D | Connecticut

A growing chemical R&D organization is seeking a Process Engineer to join a highly technical, hands-on laboratory team.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and execute chemical process development and experimental research
• Operate advanced laboratory reactors and process analytical technologies
• Analyze reaction kinetics, crystallization, mass/energy balances, and experimental data
• Troubleshoot results and make technical recommendations
• Prepare technical reports and present findings
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and manage project timelines

What we’re looking for:

• BS in Chemical Engineering + 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience or MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering
• Hands-on experience with laboratory reactors and analytical equipment
• Strong data analysis, technical writing, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or contract research environments preferred
• Familiarity with Aspen, Dynochem, COMSOL, MATLAB, or DesignExpert is a plus

Connecticut

Chemical Process Development / R&D

Hands-on laboratory environment

If you have a Chemical Engineering background and enjoy experimental work, process development, and solving complex technical problems, this could be a good fit for you.