Job Description

The Advanced R&D Engineer Scientist will be responsible for performing both experimental and simulation tasks in the laboratory, and to apply them in the development of new refrigerants for Refrigeration applications. This engineer will support development of internal modeling and simulation tools to support the growth of the Refrigerants business. The engineer needs to effectively communicate technical information to industry and customers to assist their transition to new environmentally safer refrigerant substitutes.

Be part of a team that applies its expertise and knowledge to technical projects, finding innovative, cost-effective means to improve research, techniques, procedures, and products and technologies. This job will facilitate design, development, and testing to meet project objectives faster and more efficiently and you develop and commercialize products & technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop experiment protocols to evaluate thermal systems and/or their individual components such as heat exchangers (e.g. air-to-refrigerants, liquid-to-refrigerant) and compressors (e.g. reciprocating, scrolls, and rotary)
• Work as a team with experimentalists to get the necessary data and validation of modelling results with laboratory data
• Analyze, solve complex and complicated problems
• Interpret complex scientific data and clearly communicate results to diverse stakeholders
• Operate proficiently and efficiently in a matrix organization
• Handle all related job responsibilities in accordance with HSE policy
• Participate in the invention/discovery process with professionals
• Understand and ability to interpret safety standards for refrigeration for field applications (eg. ASHRAE 15/ UL 60335-2-89)

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in the design, development, and testing of innovative solutions
• Mentor and guide a team of R&D engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence
• Drive innovation by identifying new technologies and methodologies
• Conduct research to generate intellectual property (IP) and contribute to patent applications
• Evaluate emerging technologies for applicability to projects
• Conduct technology assessments to inform decisionmaking
• Support technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing
• Identify and assess technical and projectrelated risks
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies

Qualifications

You Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with 3+ years of experience working for manufacturers of refrigeration systems or related technologies OR
• Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience in research
• Knowledge/experience on the design/development of thermal systems

We Value:

• Good understanding of thermodynamic cycles, refrigeration, and heat transfer
• Ability to do both experimental and theoretical work
• Experience in working on global project teams is preferred
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive technology commercialization is a plus
• Passion for innovation and continuous learning
• Attention to detail

COMPENSATION
The annual base salary range for this position is $112,000-$130,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS
In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.