research chemical engineer

Work setting

• Rural area
• Willing to relocate
• General office
• Manufacturing and industrial plant
• Clean room

Tasks

• Conduct quality control on programs, procedures and control strategies
• Determine product specifications
• Establish new quality control programs and strategies
• Evaluate chemical process technology and equipment
• Conduct economic and technical feasibility studies
• Conduct research into the development or improvement of chemical engineering processes, reactions and materials
• Design and test chemical processing and associated plants and equipment
• Develop guidelines and specifications for the handling of dangerous chemicals, environmental protection, or standards for foods, materials and consumer goods
• Oversee the construction, modification, operation and maintenance of pilot plants, processing units or processing plants
• Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders
• Commission systems and components
• Print in 3D

Computer and technology knowledge

• Business intelligence
• AutoCAD
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Project

Area of work experience

• Design
• Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities
• Operations or production
• Project management
• Purchasing, procurement and contracts
• Quality assurance or control
• Research and development
• Specification or technical writing

Area of specialization

• Process control
• System integration
• Environment or pollution control

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Willing to travel internationally
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week