Principle Engineer

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi‑national corporation, a small start‑up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Performs advanced engineering research and analysis. Conducts quality control review, data reporting, and writes/reviews technical documents. Conducts chemical plant unit operations design and economic analysis.

Designs, develops, and operates plants, pilot plants, and/or unit operations to create a diverse range of processes and products. Evaluates and manipulates the chemical properties of various substances. Designs, models, evaluates, and implements chemical processes, instrumentation, and equipment to ensure effectiveness in engineering and design. Performs trials, tests, and/or experiments to support engineering, production, and/or R&D activities. Applies the principles of chemistry, nuclear science, biology, physics, material science, math, and engineering to solve problems that involve the production, use or conversion of chemicals, materials, and energy.

Uses the principles of chemical sciences and the tools of engineering to mimic biological systems to create products or to modify and control biological systems so that they can replace, augment, sustain, or control chemical and mechanical processes.

• Performs complex assignments by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications.
• Analyzes and interprets data collected.
• Prepares technical reports and makes presentations to client, both formal and informal.
• Conducts and/or leads small technical projects or phases of technical projects.
• May provide technical direction to and coordinate the efforts of engineers and technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects within time and budget constraints.
• Assists with proposal efforts. May prepare technical sections of proposals with review.
• Builds relationships with internal and external clients and presents research results.
• Communicates with clients on smaller projects regarding the schedule and quality of deliverables.
• Contributes to IR&D studies.
• Prepares invention disclosures and may provide inputs for new areas of business.
• Supports business development efforts led by others and secures follow‑on work.
• May assist with the coordination of and participation in Battelle-sponsored conferences.
• May participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and increases company visibility through publications.
• Oversees, mentors and trains lower‑level staff.

Bachelor's degree in related field with 5 years of experience or master's degree in related field with 2 years of experience or PhD; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule:
  Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off‑giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:
  You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• Take time to recharge:
  You get paid time off to support work‑life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness:
  Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together:
  Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future:
  Build financial stability with an industry‑leading 401(k) retirement savings plan.…