Chemical Engineer (Water & Air)

Position Title Chemical Engineer (Water & Air) Department Engineering – Beauty & Wellness Location Marlborough, MA (100% Onsite, M-F) Responsibilities Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot analytical instruments such as ICP-MS, LC-MS/MS, SEM, FTIR, and GC-MS for material and water analysis. Design, plan, and execute experiments to support product development and filtration performance validation. Develop, update, and maintain SOPs for laboratory processes, testing procedures, and analytical workflows. Validate existing filtration technologies and assess emerging materials and methods for next generation water filters. Conduct comprehensive literature reviews to identify scientific advancements and predict future trends in water and air filtration. Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation summarizing experimental results and insights. Communicate scientific findings and recommendations to cross‑functional partners, including marketing, quality, and executive leadership. Collaborate with external certification bodies (AHAM, NSF, IAPMO, and WQA) to support product testing, compliance, and certification activities. Manage data analysis efforts, ensuring statistical rigor; apply SPC tools where beneficial. Support domestic and international travel for supplier visits, technology assessments, and certification activities. Apply strong problem‑solving and analytical thinking skills to troubleshoot issues, interpret complex data, and develop scientifically sound recommendations. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field. 1+ year of relevant laboratory experience. Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to work between offices and labs. Ability to travel domestically and internationally (Mexico, China, Europe) up to 10%. Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of experience in a water chemistry laboratory. Knowledge of relevant NSF/ANSI standards and regulations. Expertise in Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments, and Data Analytics. Compensation Base pay range for Massachusetts: $82,000.00 – $102,000.00 annually (actual salaries vary by location, experience, skill level, and performance). Benefits Salary + Bonus Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision) Paid Holidays Paid Parental Leave 401(k) with company match Basic Life Insurance Short Term Disability (STD) Long Term Disability (LTD) Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave Educational Assistance Equal Opportunity Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr 327 Health & Home USA, Inc.