Advanced R&D Engineer/Scientist

Solstice Advanced Materials, Inc.

$112K — $140K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required.
  • 5-8 years of experience in mechanical engineering within chemical or petrochemical environments.
  • Familiarity with SAP and engineering standards (PIP, ASME, ANSI, API).
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt is preferred.
  • Experience with design in chemical processing and material handling systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical engineering from Pre-FEED to startup/commissioning phases.
  • Develop custom equipment design packages and installation documents.
  • Manage project execution concerning scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Create mechanical equipment specifications and liaise with vendors.
  • Ensure compliance with engineering standards and QA/QC requirements.
  • Conduct technical reviews and provide design support with stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety and equipment reliability.

Benefits

  • Employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage.
  • 401(k) matching plan and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Paid Time Off for vacation, personal, and sick leave.
  • Parental Leave and 12 Paid Holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

This role supports projects ranging from small site improvements to large, complex capital investments and serves as a key mechanical and custom equipment engineering authority for both regional and global initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead mechanical engineering execution through Pre-FEED, FEED, detailed design, construction support, and startup/commissioning.
  • Develop custom equipment design packages, shop drawings, and installation documents for fabrication and construction.
  • Ownership and management of project execution include scope, schedule, and budget and cost throughout its lifecycle. This includes scoping, design, funding appropriation, contractor coordination, construction management, commissioning and support.
  • Develop mechanical and custom equipment Scopes of Work (SOWs) and Basis of Design documents, including rotating equipment, static equipment, piping systems, insulation, coatings, and materials of construction.
  • Apply and maintain Solstice Engineering Standards and support site-specific standards as required.
  • Develop mechanical equipment specifications and manage vendor interactions, bid evaluations, and equipment selection, clearly communicating recommendations to project teams.
  • Provide technical support for equipment repair and reliability issues, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
  • Lead or participate in mechanical design reviews with project stakeholders.
  • Ensure QA/QC requirements are properly developed and met for all mechanical and piping installations.
  • Utilize AutoCAD (2D/3D) and Inventor (3D) to support detailed engineering and construction deliverables.
  • Work closely with designers and CAD resources to ensure accuracy, consistency, and constructability of drawings.
  • Monitor mechanical engineering quality, schedule, and productivity throughout project execution.
  • Maintain familiarity with document management and control systems (e.g., Documentum, AM Meridian).
  • Provide project scoping input to support accurate cost estimates and efficient design solutions.
  • Manage mechanical discipline budgets and costs, ensuring performance targets are met or exceeded.
  • Adhere to all plant health, safety, and environmental (HSE)requirements.
  • Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, operations, and materials management teams to improve safety, reliability, and asset performance.
  • Conduct factory acceptance tests (FATs) and inspections at vendor and fabricator facilities.
  • Partner with Maintenance Excellence and other stakeholders on complex or HSE-critical issues.
  • Drive value engineering, standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare mechanical and piping estimate packages and construction work order packages.

Key Success Factors
  • Achieve world-class safety performance on all assigned projects.
  • Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
  • Successfully manage mechanical and equipment scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables.
  • Demonstrate strong customer focus and responsiveness to stakeholder needs.
  • 5-8 years of mechanical and piping engineering experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or similar industrial environment.
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%, as required.


Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  • 5-8 years of mechanical engineering experience in a chemical, petrochemical, or similar industrial environment.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%, as required.

WE VALUE:
  • Experience with design of chemical processing, textile and web handling equipment.
  • Experience with material handling or process automation systems.
  • Familiarity with SAP.
  • Working knowledge of PIP, ASME, ANSI, API, and related codes and standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to support large capital investments in complex manufacturing environments.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (or equivalent continuous improvement experience).
  • Strong commitment to innovation, continuous improvement, and cost optimization.
  • Proven interpersonal skills and ability to influence across disciplines and organizational levels.
  • Self-starter with a results-driven mindset and strong bias for action.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills.
  • Strong time-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

U.S. PERSON REQUIREMENTS

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

COMPENSATION

The annual base salary range for this position is $112,468K - $140,074K. 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 or 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. For more information visit: click here

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