Chemical Engineer

Chemical Engineer Job

We are seeking a skilled Chemical Engineer to lead new product and process introduction activities, including the production scale-up of new polymers and the integration of new or revised processes into our manufacturing facility. The role involves working closely with chemists, operations, and tolling customers to ensure efficient production methods, and collaborating with management and engineering staff to optimize manufacturing capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Complete new product and process introduction activities, including production scale-up of new polymers.
• Assimilate new or revised processes into the manufacturing facility.
• Work directly with chemists, operations, and tolling customers concerning product design and tooling.
• Ensure efficient production methods.
• Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities and production schedules.
• Conduct process improvement activities to drive safety, quality, cost, operability, or regulatory improvements.
• Participate in product support activities, providing technical coverage for manufacturing operations.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Assist in the design and plan layout, and oversee workers engaged in constructing, controlling, and improving equipment for chemical processes on a commercial scale.
• Assist in the design, procurement, and implementation of capital projects.
• Foster a safety and environmentally compliant work environment.
• Complete specific projects or responsibilities assigned by the Chemical Engineering Manager accurately and timely.

Essential Skills:

• Chemical Engineering degree.
• Experience in scale-up and chemical process engineering.
• Knowledge of liquid, chemical, polymer, acrylic, or polyurethane products.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with Chemical Reaction processes.
• Proficiency in Power BI.
• Background in Chemistry or related fields.

Work Environment:

This role involves collaboration with all other departments, including the R&D team, chemists, engineers, maintenance staff, and operations personnel to implement changes and new manufacturing processes. The position is a 1st shift role, Monday through Friday, with a flexible start time, and involves working both in the lab and the manufacturing environment.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $100,000.00 - $120,000.00/yr. Medical - Traditional and HSA PlanDental - PPO & Premier plansVision Plan Cost for these three can be anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000 per year based on the individual plan the employee takes. 401k - 1st of the following month after 30 days of employment100% of first 3% Vacation (may be able to flex on this if someone needs three weeks starting out - not guaranteed)Two Weeks - 1-4 years of serviceThree Weeks - 5-14 years of serviceFour Weeks - 15+ years of serviceAlso receive 24 hours of PTO (not the same as vacation).

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in West Milwaukee, WI.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 30, 2025.

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. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.