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Seeds Renewables; Warrenville (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

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Job summary

Seeds Renewables is seeking a Ph.D. holder in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering based in Warrenville, IL to perform technical work involving chemical and mechanical engineering principles. The position requires conducting fieldwork, designing experimental programs, and managing project teams.

Strong communication and leadership skills are necessary, along with a passion for research and professional development. A salary range of $140,000 - $160,000 per year is offered, and benefits can be reviewed on the company’s Life@Exponent page.

Qualifications

• Research background in transport phenomena, separations, process design, dynamics and control.
• Experience in construction of experimental apparatus and data analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in multidisciplinary environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical work in chemical and mechanical engineering.
• Conduct data gathering and documentation.
• Communicate findings to project teams and clients.

Skills

Transport phenomena understanding

Experience in experimental design

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

You will be responsible for

• Performing outstanding technical work related to a broad application of fundamentals of chemical and mechanical engineering
• Conducting field work including data gathering and documentation
• Designing and executing customized experimental programs
• Reviewing and synthesizing documents, data, and other types of information
• Communicating key findings to project teams and clients
• Managing multidisciplinary project teams
• Demonstrating commitment to quality management
• Identifying opportunities for expanding current projects or creating new projects
• Continuing professional development through publication and certifications
• Mentoring and collaborating with other staff

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required.
• Research background emphasizing transport phenomena, separations, process design, dynamics and control, chemical kinetics, and/or thermodynamics
• Experience in development of experimental design, construction of experimental apparatus, instrumentation, data acquisition and data analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly self‑motivated as demonstrated through presentation at technical conferences, publication in peer‑reviewed journals, professional certifications
• Intellectual curiosity with a passion to explore a vast array of problems and applications both within and outside of their area of specialization
• Demonstrated leadership skills and proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment
• Must be willing and able to travel regionally, out-of-state, and occasionally internationally (<15%)
• Must be willing and able to work from the office in Warrenville, IL
• Previous industry experience, including co-op, work study or internship, preferred

Job Locations: US-IL-Warrenville

Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

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