Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Location: Brecksville, OH (with a planned move to Wickliffe)
How You'll Make an ImpactThe Resin Engineer will provide technical and engineering support for PVC/CPVC resin technology development, raw material qualification, chlorination process improvement, and manufacturing support activities. This role will help advance key business priorities by applying chemical engineering principles, data analysis, chlorination process understanding, and practical problem-solving to support PVC/CPVC resin qualification, testing capability, chlorination process optimization, PVC/CPVC resin property modeling, and technology implementation.
The Resin Engineer will work cross-functionally with R&D, manufacturing, quality, applications, and global technical teams to support project execution, plant readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives:
- Support PVC/CPVC resin qualification and raw material evaluation activities to improve supply flexibility, product robustness, and business continuity.
- Provide engineering support for PVC/CPVC resin technology development, chlorination process improvement, and manufacturing support projects.
- Lead development, validation, and implementation of PVC/CPVC resin testing capabilities and related technical methods.
- Analyze experimental, chlorination process, and plant data to identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and recommend technical actions.
- Drive digitalization initiatives by directing data cleanup, data linkage, and data structuring for historical and ongoing R&D datasets related to CPVC resin, compounds, formulations, processing conditions, test results, and performance outcomes.
- Drive PVC/CPVC resin property modeling to better understand structure-property-performance relationships and guide PVC/CPVC resin development, qualification, and performance improvement decisions.
- Support optimization of PVC/CPVC resin-related chlorination processes through modeling, technical analysis, experimentation, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Translate lab-scale findings into practical recommendations for plant support, chlorination process improvement, and technology implementation.
- Maintain and build technical domain knowledge related to PVC/CPVC resin systems, raw material qualification, chlorination process technology, and manufacturing support.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders across R&D, manufacturing, quality, applications, and global technical teams to ensure timely execution of business-critical project work.
- Document technical findings, summarize recommendations, and communicate results clearly to technical and business stakeholders.
Required Qualificadtinos that Enable Your Success- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience in chemical, polymer, materials, process engineering, or manufacturing support environments.
- Experience in process improvement, troubleshooting, qualification work, and project execution.
- Strong technical problem-solving skills and sound engineering judgment.
- Strong data analysis and interpretation capability, including ability to evaluate experimental, process, and plant data.
- Experience in applied modeling capability or demonstrated ability to use quantitative analysis to support technical decision-making.
- Ability to translate laboratory data and observations into practical recommendations for process, plant, or manufacturing needs.
- Experience supporting lab-scale qualification work, process development, plant support, or technology implementation.
- Ability to independently manage technical deliverables and prioritize work across multiple project and plant support needs.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with ability to work effectively across R&D, manufacturing, quality, applications, and global teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to summarize technical information for both technical and business audiences.
- Strong attention to detail in technical analysis, documentation, and communication.
- Learning agility and ability to build expertise in specialized resin and process technologies.
- Practical mindset with focus on business impact, plant readiness, safety, quality, and execution.
Preferred Qualifications that Enable Your Success- Experience with PVC, CPVC, or related PVC/CPVC resin systems or chlorination process.
- Experience with analytical testing, method development, or resin characterization.
- Experience with process modeling, reactor/process development, or technology implementation.
- Experience supporting plant troubleshooting, manufacturing support, or process optimization.
- Experience with data cleanup, data structuring, data linkage, statistical analysis, predictive modeling, or AI/ML tools applied to R&D, product development, formulation, process, or manufacturing datasets.
- Experience working with global teams or supporting technology transfer activities.
Your Work EnvironmentAt Lubrizol, we're committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work-whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:
- Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
- Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
- Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
- Occasional lifting or movement of materials
- Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards
We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.
Benefits that Empower You - Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
- 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career and professional growth
- Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!
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