Chemical Engineer - Direct Liquid Cooling

Performance Fluid Experts Group; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

Performance Fluid Experts Group seeks a Chemical Engineer specialized in Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) to analyze analytical data and assess fluid health. You will interpret data to predict performance and guide maintenance strategies for cooling systems, collaborating with R&D and field teams.

The role requires 3–5 years in analytical chemistry or fluid analysis, with a focus on DLC fluids and diagnostics. A degree in chemistry or chemical engineering is essential, with MSc/PhD preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry or chemical engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years in analytical chemistry, fluid analysis, or condition monitoring.
• Experience with DLC fluids and analytical testing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex analytical data to determine fluid condition, degradation mechanisms, and system health.
• Identify trends to predict equipment and fluid performance and failure modes.
• Develop and apply condition-based monitoring methodologies for cooling systems.
• Translate laboratory and field data into actionable insights and risk assessments.
• Communicate findings through data-driven reports and presentations.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Fluid analysis

Condition monitoring

Data interpretation

AI data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

MSc/PhD preferred

Tools

LIMS

Data platforms

Predictive modeling

Job description

Job Title

Chemical Engineer - Direct Liquid Cooling

Location: Kost USA, 1000 Tennessee Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America; Prestone - Danbury, 69 Eagle Rd, Connecticut, United States of America

Overview

We engineer leading fluid solutions for automotive, industrial, and data center cooling applications. The роли focuses on interpreting analytical data to assess fluid health, predict equipment performance, and define maintenance strategies for Data Center/Direct Liquid Cooling (DLC) fluid applications. Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience in analytical chemistry, fluid analysis, or condition monitoring and analytical testing in DLC fluids.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex analytical data to determine fluid condition, degradation mechanisms, and system health.
• Identify trends to predict equipment and fluid performance and failure modes.
• Develop and apply condition-based monitoring methodologies for cooling systems.
• Translate laboratory and field data into actionable insights and risk assessments.

Decision-Making Authority

• Recommend actions based on analytical results and performance criteria.
• Define and recommend fluid maintenance, remediation, and replacement strategies.
• Support in establishing thresholds, limits, and decision frameworks for fluid health and usability by working with R&D Product Owner, OEM and/or end user.
• Provide final technical judgment on customer issues requiring expert evaluation.

Customer-Facing Technical Support

• Communicate findings through clear, data-driven reports and presentations.
• Provide troubleshooting support and root cause analysis for customer issues.
• Engage directly with customers, OEMs, and internal teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Translate complex analytical results into practical recommendations and actions.

Advanced Analytics & AI Development

• Support development of predictive models and trend analysis tools for fluid monitoring.
• Collaborate with data science and R&D teams to build AI-driven diagnostic capabilities.
• Define data requirements, key parameters, and diagnostic logic for automated systems.
• Continuously improve analytics methodologies through feedback and validation.

Technical Leadership & Knowledge Development

• Serve as an expert in DLC fluids and system performance.
• Maintain deep knowledge of fluid chemistry, degradation pathways, and application conditions.
• Contribute to development of best practices, standards, and diagnostic methodologies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to internal stakeholders as needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with R&D, Quality, Sales, Operations, and customers to resolve technical issues.
• Support product development by linking field performance to formulation improvements.
• Ensure alignment between laboratory data, field performance, and customer requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• Advanced degree (MSc/PhD) preferred

Experience

• 3–5 years in analytical chemistry, fluid analysis, or condition monitoring
• Analytical testing experience in DLC fluids

Core Technical Skills

• Advanced analytical data interpretation and trend analysis
• Deep understanding of glycol-based and cooling fluid chemistry and performance
• Experience with condition monitoring, failure diagnostics, and root cause analysis
• Familiarity with LIMS, data platforms, and digital tools for analytics
• Knowledge of predictive modeling, statistical analysis, or AI applications (preferred)

Competency

Technical Mastery – Applies deep scientific and application knowledge to interpret data and guide decisions

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving – Identifies patterns, diagnoses issues, and develops predictive insights

Decision Quality – Makes sound, data-driven decisions with confidence and accountability

Communication – Clearly conveys complex technical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

Customer Focus – Provides high-value recommendations that improve customer operations and reliability

Innovation & Continuous Improvement – Drives advancement of diagnostic methods and predictive capabilities

Scope & Impact

• Acts as a technical authority in fluid condition assessment and recommendations.
• Directly impacts customer satisfaction, equipment reliability, and product performance.
• Supports the organization’s transition toward predictive and AI-driven diagnostics.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities – internal promotions are prioritized
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, dental coverage, and telemedicine
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance program – support for continued education and professional development

Please note: A pre-employment background check, including a criminal record check and drug testing, is required.

PFX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Notice: AI in Hiring

Our commitment to fairness and transparency: The PFX Group may use AI or Automated Decision Systems to assist in certain employment-related processes. These tools support decision-making and do not replace human judgment.

Equal Employment Opportunity statements and additional information remain on file as applicable per law.