Senior research engineer/chemist | Norristown, PA

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  • Location: Conshohocken, PA

and experience in advanced recycling technologies with key emphasis on plastics and will lead application testing development and material evaluations along with material synthesis. The individual will work closely with peers in R&D, New Business Development (NBD) and Operations, as well as target customers and the commercial team to drive the new product development projects in advanced recycling for successful commercialization.

Responsibilities: Be the organization's go-to expert for advanced recycling chemistries and applications, sharing knowledge broadly across the organization and driving the organization to build new competencies in this emerging market. Understand customer needs

and key market trends. Acquire and maintain insights into technology trends for the development of advanced recycling with strong emphasis on plastics. Work closely with the technical and commercial leaders to identify and screen potential opportunities in the plastic recycling area and define the value propositions to assist the decision-making process.

Collaborate closely with R&D team members to develop testing methods in catalytic recycling applications and guide the team to develop new zeolite products for the applications Communicate results and conclusions to customers gaining their buy-in to select Ecovyst as their partner. Bring feedback to Ecovyst to modify and enhance our technical

solutions developing project plans and driving the organization to deliver on commitments.

Provide technical support to the Operations Team to scale production and quality assurance. Provide technical support to customers using Zeolyst products in advanced recycling applications. Supervise technician(s) working on project areas. Education: Ph D degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with focus on heterogeneous catalysis and characterization of zeolites and related materialinteractionperience: Background in heterogeneous catalysis and reaction engineering, preferably in the zeolite catalysis field. Strong understanding of fundamental principles in heterogeneous catalysis.

Experience with materials synthesis and modifications preferred.10 years industrial experience, including 3-5 years in advanced recycling applications. Deep knowledge and practical experience in advanced plastic recycling applicationinteractionperience in designing/tailoring catalytic testing equipment for different reactions. Strong skills in quantitative analysis of reagents and products from catalytic reactions Strong skills in characterizing catalysts using a variety of physical and chemical characterization techniques. Familiarity with zeolites and related microporous materials High level of technical ability and problem-solving skills.

Independent researcher who plans and carries out experiments, analyzes the resulting data and draws conclusions to guide internal product development and external customers' applications. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Highly influential, able to communicate ideas and concepts to gain the buy-in of others. Ability to develop white papers and give technical presentations at industry conferences. Personal Attributes: A technical professional with creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Desire to continue learning. Self-motivated and driven to meet company and self-performance goals. A team player driven to contribute to and thrive in a global, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team. Well-rounded and able to effectively interact and communicate internally (with Commercial and Operations teams) and externally (customers, vendors)Capability to work in a fast-paced environment, and confidence to make decisions with limited information when the situation requires. Strong affinity for hands-on work in an industrial environment Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

Mindset to operate at the highest safety standards. For more details: jobs-search. org/manufacturing_conshohocken-c445863/senior-research-engineerchemist-conshohocken_i1966596165

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