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MAU Workforce Solutions

Senior Engineer R&D

MAU Workforce Solutions, Baltimore

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MAU is hiring a Sr. Engineer R&D for our client in Baltimore, MD. As a Sr. Engineer R&D, you will lead pilot-scale activities, support manufacturing scale-up, and oversee the safe operation of the R&D lab and equipment. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
Benefits Package
  • 401(k)
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance
  • Paid vacation
Required Education and Experience
  • M.S. degree in Chemical Engineering (or equivalent discipline)
  • 10+ years of experience in a hydrometallurgical, chemical manufacturing, or processing environment
Preferred Education and Experience
  • Ability to read or converse in Spanish and/or Chinese
General Requirements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Self-directed with the ability to make independent decisions
  • Ability to travel to global locations as needed
Essential Functions
  • Maintain Baltimore R&D facilities and ensure all equipment is operational
  • Source and install new equipment with R&D Manager approval
  • Coordinate with Maintenance and contractors for lab upkeep and construction
  • Train R&D staff in safety procedures and serve as Laboratory Supervisor per Chemical Hygiene Plan
  • Design and execute approved R&D projects focused on new product processes
  • Oversee pilot-scale operations and prepare process flow diagrams and mass-balance calculations
  • Support manufacturing scale-up at global production sites
  • Maintain detailed project records and deliver weekly updates and final reports
  • Present findings to R&D, operations, sales, and business teams
  • Assist Process Engineering and Quality with improvements and problem resolution
  • Support Sales and Quality teams with customer inquiries and technical issues
  • Suggest R&D project ideas for new products or process improvements
  • Conduct and summarize technical literature reviews
  • Follow all safety rules and participate in safety initiatives
Working Conditions
  • Laboratory and pilot-scale R&D environment with potential for global travel
Physical Demands
  • Standard physical requirements for laboratory and pilot plant work