Senior Process Development Engineer

Carbon, Inc. is hiring a Senior Process Development Engineer in Redwood City, CA. The role involves developing new resin products for 3D printing, troubleshooting existing products, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include running reactors, conducting research for process improvements, drafting manufacturing instructions, and ensuring safety procedures. Candidates should have a BS in chemical engineering or related fields, with 4+ years of industrial experience in polymer synthesis and process development.
We are seeking a Process Development Engineer who will work on the development of new resin products and troubleshoot current products for our 3D printing platform. The candidate will work with a cross functional team including various parts of the Resin Development team and Resin Operations. Materials are at the core of what we do, and you will be a part of the team that turns material ideas into products. Our materials are used for applications such as prototyping, dental, biomedical, automotive, aerospace, footwear, sports equipment, and many more.

You will...
• Run reactors in-house to supply key component for formulation development
• Conduct research to develop new and improved processes for synthesis and blending that can be scaled-up at suppliers/partners
• Draft first set of manufacturing instructions for our suppliers/partners
• Establishing safety procedures for working with chemicals
• Designing and planning equipment selection and layout
• Conducting tests and monitoring the process performance
• Visit suppliers/partners to ensure success of scaled-up
• Troubleshoot problems associated with manufacturing processes

You have...
• A BS background in chemical engineering, chemistry or materials science a minimum.
• Motivation and passion and can work collaboratively with excellent communication skills in a dynamic team.
• 4+ years industrial experience especially in process development for polymer synthesis reactions preferred
• Hands on experience for running chemical reactions especially polymer synthesis.
• Resin formulation experience a plus
• Experience working with toll manufacturers for high volume production of resins and troubleshooting production issues.
• Extended knowledge of PFMEA and process capability study
• Strong analytical skills with good data tracking and presentation ability.
• Safety conscious individual who actively promotes safe behavior in the department and takes responsibility for safe lab operations

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. Here at Carbon, we know that diverse perspectives foster the innovation we need to be successful, and we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills.

At Carbon, we look at the person holistically and carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining salary. The Bay Area, CA compensation bracket for this position is $132,800 - $199,200 per year. In order to maintain equitable internal pay practices, we aim to hire new employees near the midpoint of $166,00, taking into account your experience, work location, certifications, and the unique skills you bring to the role.

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