Hands-On Process Engineer: Lab Innovation & Data Analysis

NPAworldwide; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide in Montana seeks a hands-on scientist to advance our laboratory-focused program, combining experimental work with data-driven evaluation to support an innovative product offering.

The role emphasizes safety, meticulous documentation, and strong analytical skills, with experience in HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, and related techniques. A chemistry background and experience in pilot-plant settings will help you succeed in this fast-moving environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in chemical disciplines; Masters valued.
• 37 years of relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on lab experience with emphasis on safety and experimental execution.
• Ability to plan and conduct experiments safely with traceable data capture and disciplined documentation.
• Familiarity with standard analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, imaging.
• Strong troubleshooting skills; comfortable in laboratory and pilot-plant settings.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization using Excel, MATLAB, Python or similar.
• Solid chemistry background with practical application experience.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Safety mindset

Data analysis

Experiment planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HPLC

GC

Spectroscopy

Imaging

Excel

MATLAB

Python

Job description

NPAworldwide in Montana seeks a hands-on scientist to advance our laboratory-focused program, combining experimental work with data-driven evaluation to support an innovative product offering.

The role emphasizes safety, meticulous documentation, and strong analytical skills, with experience in HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, and related techniques. A chemistry background and experience in pilot-plant settings will help you succeed in this fast-moving environment.