Engineer I, Process Development Group

Shiseido Company, Limited; East Windsor Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Volunteer Days

Paid Company Holidays

401K with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Shiseido Americas seeks an Engineer I in the Process Development Group to manage pilot-scale manufacturing transitions for new products. You will identify scaling challenges, perform DOE-driven experiments, and collaborate with R&D and Manufacturing to ensure smooth scale-up.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, 0–2 years in science, strong organization and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office. On-site in East Windsor, NJ, with competitive benefits.

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.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Study, understand, and execute pilot-scale batches of R&D lab formulas for smooth transfer to manufacturing.
• Collaborate with formulating chemists on development projects to anticipate future quality and process concerns.
• Develop and implement Design of Experiments (DOE) to address processing challenges.
• Design, prepare, and execute manufacturing trial and process validation batches.
• Participate in diagnosing manufacturing issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with lab safety and maintenance standards in the work area.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Job description

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Engineer I, Process Development Group

Date: Sep 30, 2026

Location: East Windsor

Your Dreams, Our Future.

Join the dynamic and diverse team at Shiseido Americas, a subsidiary of the world-renowned Shiseido Company Limited. Be a part of a portfolio of prestige beauty brands which includes Clé de Peau Beauté, Drunk Elephant, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, NARS, SHISEIDO and several prestige fragrance brands including Issey Miyake, Narciso Rodriguez and Tory Burch. At Shiseido Americas we value and celebrate human diversity, with a rich tapestry of employees from all backgrounds and experiences.

Headquartered in New York City with US offices and facilities located in New Jersey, Ohio, Texas and Florida, Shiseido Americas employs over 2,000 individuals in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Shiseido Americas is a hub of talent and innovation. Be inspired by the array of skills, knowledge, and integrity of your colleagues, and join our driving force as Shiseido continues its pursuit of beauty innovations for a better world.

At Shiseido Americas, we focus on our people. We strive to foster a collaborative workplace culture where creative thinking, inclusivity and unique diverse perspectives are celebrated in order to drive success for both our employees and the company as a whole. By prioritizing our team and promoting an open-minded environment, we push the boundaries of what's possible and bring new ideas to life.

JOB SUMMARY

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.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Under direction and guidance from senior team members you will study, understand, and execute pilot scale batches of R&D lab formulas for a smooth transition to manufacturing/production scale while 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.
• You will work alongside formulating chemists from the early developmental stage of projects to help determine potential future quality and process concerns.
• You will acquire the knowledge necessary to create a Design of Experiments (DOE) to solve processing challenges.
• You will design, prepare, and execute manufacturing trial and process validation batches of assigned projects.
• You will have active participation in the understanding and resolution of new/existing manufacturing issues.
• You will be responsible for compliance of assigned work area with company-set standards for laboratory safety and general maintenance.
• You will investigate out-of-specification manufacturing batches and production non-conformances, as needed. Implement effective and efficient corrective and preventive actions

WHO YOU ARE

• You have a B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related degree.
• You have 0-2 years in a science-related industry, preferably personal care.
• You have strong organizational, communication and writing skills.
• You are driven to continuously learn and test new ideas independently and in teams.
• You are proficient in MS Office applications

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You may be asked to perform other duties needed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission and abide by our organization’s values.

What We Can Offer You

At Shiseido Americas, our pride extends beyond our rich legacy to our passionate and talented team that brings it to life every day. We recognize that without our people, innovation would not be possible. That's why we go above and beyond with our comprehensive benefits program to recognize our employees. With an array of options designed to give our employees peace of mind, our perks & benefits program is more than just a perk – it's an investment in our people's futures. Whether you're looking for comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings, or paid time off, our benefits have you covered! Check out a list of our Benefits and Perks offerings:

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Volunteer Days

Paid Company Holidays

401K with 6% Company Match

Internal & International Mobility

Product Discounts & Annual Gratis

Employee Led Affinity Groups

Tuition Reimbursement

The base pay for this position may vary based on geographic location. Actual base pay offered will be based on several factors including job-specific knowledge, education, skills, and depth of experience. In addition to base pay, we may offer additional forms of compensation as components of a total compensation package, including participation in our bonus program which features the ability to overachieve, in addition to a full range of competitive benefits.

Shiseido is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by Federal, State and Local law

Salary (Min-Max): 65,992.00 - 90,739.00