Pilot Plant Engineer: Scale-Up & Catalyst Testing

Ashland Inc.; Calvert City (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashland Inc. is seeking a Chemical Engineer to join the Process Technology Team at Calvert City, KY. The role reports to the Group Leader of the Pilot Plant and Catalyst Testing Lab and focuses on developing and scaling up new processes for specialty products.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Chemical Engineering and up to five years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process research. A strong emphasis on safety and collaboration with manufacturing teams is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 0–5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, catalyst generation or process research is preferred.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Commitment to safe practices in all aspects of the job.

Responsibilities

• Lead process development and scale-up projects of specialty products from the R&D program.
• Develop and evaluate alternative process options for feasibility decisions.
• Direct technicians in the pilot plant to define process capability.

Skills

Initiative

Multitasking

Process knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Analytical instrumentation

PC usage / MS Office

Job description

Ashland Inc. is seeking a Chemical Engineer to join the Process Technology Team at Calvert City, KY. The role reports to the Group Leader of the Pilot Plant and Catalyst Testing Lab and focuses on developing and scaling up new processes for specialty products.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Chemical Engineering and up to five years of experience in chemical manufacturing or process research. A strong emphasis on safety and collaboration with manufacturing teams is required.