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The Expert / Scientist II is expected to have a big picture view of the Business Lines and Product Lines with which they work and puts this into perspective with the strategic goals. The Senior Scientist is expected to be an expert in the specific area in which they are employed. This position is expected to work closely with the Application Technology groups in Richmond, Essen and Steinau to develop novel ingredients (e.g. surfactants). The position is expected to interact and communicate with internal customers (Applications, Sales & Marketing groups) as well as external customers. Additionally this position is expected to work as the NPI project lead for new products and product transfers involving 4 sites globally. In addition to directing cross-Business Line projects, they should network globally with other technical experts within Evonik in order to expand their knowledge. Finally, this position is expected to adapt to, embrace and promote the technological advances that are part of Evonik’s digitalization platforms.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct all chemistries relevant to supported production facilities in the lab. Plan, prepare, run, evaluate, analyze and report on the product development, process improvements and scale up experiments and plant trials. Conduct troubleshooting and technical improvement of existing products.
- Search, evaluate, develop and implement new products and chemistries in line with customer objectives and the strategy of the BL and PLs. Become and act as an expert in a specific area employed.
- Evaluate, test, analyze and qualify new raw materials for cost-savings, process improvements and sustainability aspects. Where appropriate, develop processes to produce intermediates, which replace raw materials.
- Develop NPI and Product transfer packages for the facilities supported, including specification setting, interacting with regulatory. Lead NPI project for new products and transfers independently within 4 sites globally.
- Direct interaction with customers (internal & external) and trade associations (e.g. AOCS) to foster innovation.
- Presentation of technology both inside and outside of the organization.
- Maintain the laboratory in a safe and professional manner. Make suggestions to improve the safety of the laboratory and personnel. Participate in PHAs and make sure recommendations/actions are implemented.
- Evaluate and implement digitalization tools in the daily work (e.g. lab)
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 12-15 years’ industrial synthesis experience required
- Project Management experience required
- Sharepoint and Power BI experience desired
- Ability to think spatially to re-build and repair lab components
- Must be comfortable working with highly hazardous materials
- Must be comfortable with wearing proper PPE
The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.
Your Application
To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com.
Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
Brittney Compton [C]
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Evonik Corporation
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What We Do
Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. While we don’t produce electric cars, aircraft, medications or 3D printers, Evonik is part and parcel of these and many other end products. That’s because we contribute the small things that make a big difference. We make electric car batteries perform better, aircraft greener, medications more effective and 3D printers more efficient. In short: We think beyond the bounds of chemistry to make the world a better place. Today and tomorrow. We are an international group with a workforce of over 32,000 people spread across more than one hundred locations. Our daily work is shaped by global concerns, such as sustainability, diversity and digitalization. In all our business decisions, we take the present and future generations into consideration. After all, being ready for tomorrow is our business.
Interested in joining our global team? Our wide range of opportunities extends from creative and innovative research through international management all the way to production. Whether you’re studying, starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, come help us make the world a better place. For more information about careers at Evonik, go to:
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