$100,000–$130,000 Per Year
Senior Research Engineer - Process Innovation Lead Dayton, OH | Full-Time | On-Site
$100,000 - $130,000 + 8% Annual Bonus
A global specialty chemicals company with nearly a century of innovation is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to lead process development and industrialization efforts across a range of chemical technologies. This is a high-ownership role driving both cost reduction and long-term process innovation within a well-resourced R&D organization.
What You Will Do
- Lead multi-functional project teams from concept through manufacturing implementation
- Develop and scale new process technologies from lab to pilot to production
- Identify emerging technologies and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with manufacturing and engineering on plant trials and industrialization plans
- Mentor technicians and junior researchers supporting your projects
What You Bring
- Degree in Chemical, Materials, or Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 7+ years of experience in chemical engineering, process development, or scale-up
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to work independently with little to no direct supervision
- Solid understanding of safety and environmental procedures
Compensation and Benefits
- $100,000 - $130,000 base salary
- 8% annual bonus
- Heavily company-subsidized health insurance with very low employee cost
- Stable, growing organization with a long track record of investment in its Ohio operations