What You'll Do

• Lead process engineering in your area. Set and execute strategy for your assigned area, coordinating the efforts of junior engineers where applicable.
• Keep production running safely and smoothly. Independently monitor and identify process issues, supporting your assigned production areas to ensure safe processes, high-quality products, and on-time delivery.
• Help launch what's next. Independently evaluate and scale up new and existing manufacturing technologies and processes. Run experiments and collect data that shapes real product decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement. Independently identify opportunities for process and productivity improvement, then develop, validate, and introduce solutions helping shape improvement strategy along the way.
• Own your documentation. Document experiments and procedures, review documentation for accuracy, and write experience reports detailing experimental design, results, and conclusions for cross-departmental review. Keep documentation in your area current.
• Teach what you know. Train manufacturing personnel on new procedures, processes, raw material testing and specifications, product handling, equipment, and final product testing.
• Keep growing. Stay current in your field through seminars, workshops, and continuing education.
• Champion safety. Practice safe working procedures per Environmental Health and Safety guidelines and understand process safety requirements and safe material handling within your area.

What You Bring

The typical requirements for this role include a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related science, plus at least 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to apply fundamental concepts of chemistry, thermodynamics, and fluid flow to chromatography applications
• Comfort handling work of moderate complexity with minimal direction, and a strong understanding of core responsibilities and processes
• Proven troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to solve complex problems
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience applying statistical methods and techniques
• A collaborative mindset able to contribute regularly to project teams and cross-functional initiatives
• Good computer skills, including spreadsheets, word processing, statistics, and database applications; CAD proficiency is a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of process statistics and problem-solving methodologies

This position will require the successful completion of a standard background check in accordance with Restek policy. Employment with Restek will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.

Why Restek

We prioritize work-life balance and well-being with offerings like generous PTO, unlimited sick time, onsite fitness center and wellness program with incentives, childcare reimbursement, and adoption assistance-giving you the tools to Own Your Well-Being. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and robust 8% retirement contributions, you can Own Your Financial Future while sharing in the success you help create. Our commitment to development ensures you can Own Your Growth through learning opportunities, career advancement programs, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.

At Restek, our core values-We Care, Better Every Day, Respect for All, and Win Together-are at the heart of everything we do. We care deeply about our employee-owners, our customers, and the communities we serve around the world. We strive to be better every day by fostering personal and professional growth while delivering solutions that drive positive global change. We value respect for all, creating a workplace where every voice matters and diverse perspectives drive innovation. And we believe we win together, celebrating shared success as a 100% employee-owned company.

Ready to lead the processes behind products scientists trust worldwide? Apply today.