Chemical Engineer

Senior Chemical Engineer (Contract – Part-Time)

Hours:

~30 hours per week
Compensation:
$40–45/hr (LTD)
$33–37/hr (Temp / Term)

Role Overview  We are seeking a  Senior Chemical Engineer (PhD)  to support R&D initiatives focused on  advanced materials, hybrid composites, and functional coatings . This is a  part-time contract role  contributing to formulation development, material optimization, and performance testing within an applied R&D environment tied to renewable energy and advanced materials.

Key Responsibilities   Design and optimize material formulations including binders, fillers, and additives
Develop and test slurries, coatings, curing processes, and surface treatments
Characterize material performance using rheological, mechanical, and optical testing methods
Analyze durability, adhesion, flexibility, and environmental performance
Collaborate with engineers and scientists to support prototyping and iteration
Support scale-up considerations with attention to safety and process efficiency
Prepare technical documentation, reports, and IP support as required
Stay current with developments in materials science and chemical engineering
Qualifications   PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline
5+ years post-PhD R&D experience in composites, polymers, coatings, or hybrid materials
Hands‑on experience with slurry, emulsion, or coating formulation and testing
Strong working knowledge of material characterization tools and data analysis

Experience with additives, reinforcements, and modifiers to enhance material properties
Ability to work independently in a contract, deliverables-driven environment
Exposure to sustainable materials or regulated environments is an asset

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