Senior Research Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

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