Senior FCC Technologist & Catalyst Strategy Leader

W.R. Grace & Co.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Grace Wellness Program

Flexible Workplace

Retirement Plans

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Donation Match Program

Job summary

Grace is seeking a Sr. Principal Technologist, FCC to join a global team of experts. The role centers on applying advanced techniques to support Grace FCC products at customers, guiding Technology Service Engineers, and contributing to new product introductions.

Remote with North America focus; global sites may be considered. Key activities include leading technical service, SME guidance in FCC operations, and driving optimization projects while collaborating with Marketing, Sales and Product

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in fluid catalytic cracking, with startups, shutdowns and optimization.
• Chemical Engineering degree required.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with cross-cultural clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical service for Grace FCC customers and SMEs for FCC process technology.
• Project lead for Critical Catalyst Trial program and related studies.
• Develop and maintain high FCC technical and operational expertise.
• Provide regional training to Grace service teams and customers.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales on product positioning and case studies.
• Support regional teams with technical strategies for account retention and growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

FCC modeling

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

FCC kinetic models

Job description

Grace is seeking a Sr. Principal Technologist, FCC to join a global team of experts. The role centers on applying advanced techniques to support Grace FCC products at customers, guiding Technology Service Engineers, and contributing to new product introductions.

Remote with North America focus; global sites may be considered. Key activities include leading technical service, SME guidance in FCC operations, and driving optimization projects while collaborating with Marketing, Sales and Product