Chemical Engineer

Job Title: Chemical EngineerJob Description

Interface with customers to understand their needs and develop a scope of work. Develop a technical solution using existing systems to achieve the desired customer outcome. Participate in design validation, including pilot plant equipment and laboratory testing. Design pilot plant test plans, develop processing equipment, and collaborate with pilot plant technicians and chemists to perform system testing. Develop process improvement strategies based on laboratory data. Perform heat and mass balance calculations, hydraulic calculations, and determine optimal equipment for processes. Interpret technical data to create proposals and cost estimates. Manage projects from start to finish, including negotiating pricing and quotes with vendors. Prepare material cost estimates for thermal systems. Provide technical support and information to clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Hard Skills

Understanding of P&IDs

Heat and mass balance calculations

High volume liquid throughput

Evaporator experience

Crystallizer experience

Ion exchange

Membrane exchange

Membrane filtration

Experience with turbines, pumps, and flow rates

Soft Skills

Customer interface

Team collaboration

Project management

Technical problem-solving

Process improvement strategies

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Hartland, Wisconsin.

Work Environment

On-site work at the R&D Facility in Hartland. Interaction with customers, vendors, engineers, chemists, and lab technicians. Collaborative environment involving all levels of the organization. Flexible schedule with core hours typically from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., working 40 to 45 hours per week. Potential for additional hours during deadlines or issues. Minimal weekend work.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent

Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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