Research Process Engineer Science​/Research Wilmington, DE

Position Summary

The Process Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing chemical manufacturing processes to ensure safety, efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness for OLED materials. This role works at the interface of R&D and Manufacturing, supporting process development, scale-up, technology transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to demonstrate commercial process feasibility and to establish essential engineering parameters, including the use of batch, semi-batch, and continuous reactors
• Develop and/or optimize separation/isolation technologies
• Upgrade, maintain, and/or diagnose existing laboratory-scale reactor systems
• Identify new equipment and technologies and/or assess their suitability for manufacturing
• Evaluate reactive chemistry and/or process hazards and oversee the implementation of engineering/process controls to ensure safe operating conditions
• Gather basic engineering design data, define operating conditions and critical limits, and establish safety parameters for the commercial process through scale-up and modeling of unit operations
• Proactively identify and escalate risks to relevant stakeholders, and with guidance, lead development and execution of mitigation or contingency planning
• Provide engineering support for troubleshooting, process improvement, and root cause investigations
• Effectively document and transfer technology and know-how for the design, construction, and operation of chemical reactors
• Specify and support the design of process equipment and instrumentation
• Design, direct, and coordinate work with external partners
• Be able to write and interpret technical information and effectively communicate with peers within the team and across the organization
• Accurately record experimental work within the electronic notebook(s)
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory work area and follow all relevant safety policies
• Be a responsible lab citizen

• Relevant industrial experience in process scale-up/technology transfer in chemical manufacturing operations
• PhD in Chemical Engineering with 2+ years of experience orM.S. with 5+, B.S. with 7+ years of experience
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in chemical synthesis and separation technologies
• Experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing reactor systems
• Strong understanding of reaction engineering, heat/mass transfer, and unit operations
• Hands-on experience with process modeling tools and DOE/statistical analysis preferred
• Knowledge of laboratory instruments and analytical techniques (e.g. HPLC, GC, MS, NMR, and UV)
• Experienced in basic computer applications including MS Office, Chem Draw, e-notebook, and LIMS
• Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal direction
• Ability to perform and succeed in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with peers and management
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems in an efficient, proactive manner
• Demonstrated track record of accuracy and thoroughness
• Some traveling may be required

• Insightful: Seeks to understand the need of the business and key stakeholders’ and translates them into value-added research activities for OLED Chemistry.
• Delivers Results: Takes initiative and delivers results;
  Challenges self and others to create value;
  Takes courageous decisions and balanced risks to create value for OLED Chemistry.
• Thinks Holistically: Understands the overarching impact of own actions on other areas of the business. Looks for synergies inside and outside the organization to create value for OLED Chemistry.
• Learns: Demonstrates curiosity and learns from the experience of success and failure;
  Proactively shares knowledge with others to affect continuously improvement.
• Collaborates: Develops trustful relationships with internal and external stakeholders to realize project objectives; champions diversity of thinking to improve outcomes.
• Champions Change: Seeks new opportunities to create value for OLED Chemistry. Supports the implementation and acceptance of change processes across the organization.
• Leads: Can lead self and influence others to create value for OLED Chemistry; creates a culture of accountability that provides space for colleagues to contribute to their fullest potential.

Our highly competitive employee package offers:

• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family.
• 401(k) company contribution.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Life, Disability and AD&D Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• A generous time-off policy that includes up to twelve weeks of maternity/parental leave.

Annual compensation range: $95k-115k negotiable plus bonus