Chemical Engineer III

Battelle - Columbus, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Columbus, OH

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Battelle's Advanced Materials and Energetics Group is seeking a Chemical Engineer III to perform advanced research and analysis, contribute to Internal Research & Development projects, support business development, and communicate with clients. This role is essential for driving innovation and ensuring the successful execution of technical projects in Columbus, OH.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex assignments by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications.
• Analyzes and interprets data collected.
• Prepares technical reports and makes presentations to clients, both formal and informal.
• Conducts and/or leads small technical projects or phases of technical projects.
• May provide technical direction to and coordinate the efforts of engineers and technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects within time and budget constraints.
• Assists with proposal efforts and may prepare technical sections of proposals with review.
• Builds relationships with internal and external clients and presents research results.
• Communicates with clients on smaller projects regarding the schedule and quality of deliverables.
• Contributes to IR&D studies.
• Prepares invention disclosures and may provide inputs for new areas of business.
• Supports business development efforts led by others and secures follow-on work.
• May assist with the coordination of and participation in Battelle-sponsored conferences.
• May participate in scientific conferences, peer review panels, and increases company visibility through publications.
• Oversees, mentors and trains lower-level staff.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering or related field with 5 years of experience, M.S. in related field with 3 years of experience, or PhD.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to represent Battelle or its clients at conferences or public forums.
• Good laboratory and documentation skills.

Nice-to-haves

• PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in engineering model development.
• Experience using computer programming to analyze complex data sets (ex: Python, Matlab).

Benefits

• Compressed work schedule allowing for every other Friday off.
• Paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives.
• Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care, and family formation support.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions and matching.
• Tuition assistance for higher education.
• Flexible work arrangements.