Product Development Research Engineer

AirProducts; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with a

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Flexible spending accounts

Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Air Products’ Membrane Solutions group in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Product Development Research Engineer to develop new hollow-fiber membrane products and collaborate with manufacturing and commercial teams.

The role emphasizes translating ideas into tangible products and advancing research from concept to commercialization. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering (or related field) with relevant membrane experience, strong collaboration skills, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field with 0–5 years experience.
• Knowledge in membrane separations, materials, and fiber formation processes preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate across cultures and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated record of productive and creative research, including publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Proficiency with laboratory techniques and equipment such as TGA, viscometry, and SEM.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workplace and laboratory safety in alignment with Total Safety Philosophy.
• Develop and advance hollow-fiber and other membrane products for various applications.
• Lead and advance pioneering research to create cutting-edge membrane products and improvements.
• Collaborate with external partners to scale up new materials for commercial use.
• Work with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges across membrane applications.
• Stay current with evolving technologies through literature, conferences, and trade shows.

Skills

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Membrane separations

Fiber formation processes

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

TGA

Viscometry

SEM

Job description

## Product Development Research EngineerSolicitar: St. Louis, Missouri: Jornada completa: Publicado hoy: JR-2026-23099En Air Products, reimaginamos lo que es posible. Aprovechando la motivación de nuestra gente y nuestra experiencia colectiva, creamos las ideas y las innovaciones que nos impulsan hacia adelante. Cuando nos unimos —en un entorno donde se escucha cada voz y todos saben que forman parte del equipo y que son importantes— creamos soluciones que lanzan a las personas al espacio, respaldan la atención médica vital en los hospitales y permiten la construcción de instalaciones de producción pioneras a escala mundial. Reimaginemos lo que es posibleAir Products Membrane Solutions has an ambitious growth plan that requires bringing innovative newproducts to market. We are a technology-driven organization that values collaboration and inclusion. Buildingon our strong history of commercializing technologies that reliably meet and exceed customer needs, we arelooking for dedicated, driven people to help create the future.We are seeking a Product Development Research Engineer to develop new membrane products andcollaborate with manufacturing and commercial development teams.The successful candidate will enjoy:* Contributing to an engineering, manufacturing, and business organization that develops membrane-based* gas separation solutions.* Working within a global organization that advances gas separation membranes from concept through* commercialization.* Drawing on the extensive technical expertise within Membrane Solutions while exploring individual* technical interests.* Turning ideas into tangible new products and product improvements.* Collaborating with a team of highly motivated professionals.* Attending and participating in technical conferences.* Applying analytical and critical-thinking skills to develop creative solutions to complex technical challenges.* Working with highly qualified engineers and technicians at our St. Louis, Missouri office.* You will work closely with the Product Strategy, Applications Development, and Product Design teams to* develop, execute, and communicate product development plans and support Operations as needed.**Position Responsibilities*** Maintain workplace and laboratory safety in full alignment with our Total Safety Philosophy.* Collaborate with a diverse team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to develop and advance hollow-* fiber and other membrane products for a range of applications.* Develop, lead, and advance pioneering research to create cutting-edge hollow-fiber membrane products* and improve existing products.* Work with external partners to scale up new materials for commercial use.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges across membrane applications.* Stay current with evolving technologies and emerging developments through scientific literature,* conferences, and trade shows.* Apply safety tools and methodologies, including DHR, HAZOP, and JSA.**Qualifications*** Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field with 0 - 5 years work experience.* Knowledge in membrane separations, materials, and fiber formation processes preferred. Strong* communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with and positively influence people* across cultures and organizational levels.* Demonstrated record of productive and creative research, including publications in peer-reviewed* journals.* Proficiency with relevant laboratory techniques and equipment, such as TGA, viscometry, and SEM.* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced product-development environment and adapt effectively to change.**What's In It for You:**At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees.Check out some of our benefits below!* Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment* 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% vested company core and match* Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time* Flexible spending accounts* Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)