Process Engineer - Industrial Automation

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer for an Onsite Opportunity at Redmond, WA Position Title: Process Engineer Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Please note this is the target date, and it is subject to change. benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.). Laboratory Experience with Organic Chemicals and Solvents ● Hands-on experience handling, preparing, and processing organic materials and solutions in a lab setting. ● Familiarity with relevant laboratory equipment and safety protocols. Process Development and Data Analysis ● Demonstrated ability to perform design of experiments (DOE) and analyze experimental/process data. ● Ability to identify and resolve issues in electromechanical systems and lab equipment. ● Experience collaborating with engineering and cross-functional teams to optimize processes and drive innovation. We are seeking a detail-oriented, observant, and self-motivated Process Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for execution, development, and optimization of innovative physicochemical processes that are core to delivering transformative optical materials for AR/VR applications. You will join an agile team that is laser-focused on incubating winning prototypes and establishing new process capabilities with supply-chain partners. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and contributing to continuous process improvements. Handle, prepare, and process organic materials and solutions in a laboratory setting, while observing all safety protocols. Identify and resolve issues in electromechanical systems and equipment used in laboratory processes, involving collaboration with engineering teams. Collect, document, and analyze data from laboratory experiments and processes; Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to material innovation. Master’s degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent ~Laboratory experience in handling organic chemicals and solvents, and use of relevant laboratory equipment. ~ Demonstrated ability to perform design of experiment (DOE) and data analysis. ~ Excellent data handling, documentation, and organization skills. ~ Knowledge of organic chemistry, crystallization process, and transport phenomena. Experience with slicing, dicing of a material using diamond wire saw. Experience with polishing with mechanical/chemical polishing methods. Automating lab equipment using LabVIEW or Java/Python codes. BC forward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k. Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BC forward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BC forward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.