Sr. Chemical Engineer

PMT Critical Metals LLC.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive salary

401K

Medical insurance

Profit and equity participation

Job summary

A leading materials science company in Cleveland, OH is seeking a Sr. Chemical Engineer to lead the design, optimization, and scale-up of chemical processes for rare earth metallization and magnet manufacturing. The role involves collaborating with engineers to ensure efficient and safe operations while contributing to innovative projects impacting technology and society. Applicants should have a BS/MS in Chemical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industrial experience in chemical process development or scale‑up.
• Experience with rare earths, specialty chemicals, or metals is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of process modeling, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for rare earth separation and metallization.
• Scale laboratory processes to pilot and full‑scale manufacturing.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate chemical processes into production flows.
• Drive continuous improvements in process safety and environmental performance.
• Prepare and maintain SOPs and process control plans.
• Troubleshoot complex chemical process issues.

Skills

Process optimization

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

BS/MS in Chemical Engineering

Job description

As a Sr. Chemical Engineer, you will lead the design, optimization, and scale-up of chemical processes critical to rare earth metallization and magnet manufacturing. You will ensure the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of chemical operations, while working closely with cross-functional teams to commercialize advanced materials and environmentally responsible processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for rare earth separation, metallization, and surface treatments.
• Scale laboratory processes to pilot and full‑scale manufacturing.
• Collaborate with process engineers, metallurgists, and materials scientists to ensure seamless integration of chemical processes into production flows.
• Drive continuous improvements in process safety, yield, and environmental performance.
• Prepare and maintain SOPs, technical documentation, and process control plans.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex chemical process issues.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Chemical Engineering (PhD preferred).
• 5+ years of industrial experience in chemical process development or scale‑up.
• Experience with rare earths, specialty chemicals, or metals strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of process modeling, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.

What We Offer

• Innovative Environment: Work in a dynamic and collaborative setting that encourages creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary, 401K, medical insurance, profit and equity participation.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that have a significant impact on technology and society.

Apply Now

We are always seeking exceptional talent. If you don’t see a position that aligns with your experience but are interested in joining PMT Critical Metals, we encourage you to reach out.

We are revolutionizing the critical metals supply chain by establishing state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing and processing infrastructure in the United States