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Three Point Solutions, Inc.

Sr R/D Engineer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

Job Title: Sr R/D Engineer Client: Medical Device Manufacturing Company Duration: 14 Months (Possibility of Extension) Location: Fort Worth, TX 76137 Shift: 1st Shift Key Responsibilities * Support ...

PSG Global Solutions

Assoc R-D Engineer

Chicopee, MA

MDTJP00018981 JOB TITLE: Assoc R-D Engineer CLIENT: Medtronic (Medical Devices Company) CONTRACT: 12 months initial contract (05/29/2017 to 05/25/2018) LOCATION:2 Ludlow Park Chicopee, MA Must Haves ...

PSG Global Solutions

R-D Engineer

Mansfield, MA

Company Description Prominent Medical Devices Company Must Haves for the position - BS in science or engineering or equivalent experience. 5-7 or more yrs. of experience. Will consider more senior ...

PSG Global Solutions

R-D Engineer

Chicopee, MA

Company Description Prominent Medical Devices Company Must Haves for the position - BS in science or engineering or equivalent experience. 5-7 or more yrs. of experience. Will consider more senior ...

Medtronic

R-D Engineer II

North Haven, CT · On-site

A Day in the Life The R&D Engineer II will join the Wound Management R/D Engineering COE and play a key role in new product development and lifecycle support of wound closure products. This position ...

Medtronic

R-D Engineer II

North Haven, CT · On-site

A Day in the Life The R&D Engineer II will join the Wound Management R/D Engineering COE and play a key role in new product development and lifecycle support of wound closure products. This position ...

Medtronic

R-D Engineer II

North Haven, CT

A Day in the Life The R&D Engineer II will join the Wound Management R/D Engineering COE and play a key role in new product development and lifecycle support of wound closure products. This position ...

FAREVA

R & D Technician

Henrico, VA

Develop basic fundamentals in understanding laboratory and IT systems. * Working knowledge of chemical principles and formulation procedures * Knowledgeable in regulatory aspects such as ICH and cGMP ...

Cesna Group

Chemical Engineer (Technical)

Adairsville, GA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

... Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field. * Knowledge and Skills ... What's On Offer * - Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life/ AD&D, STD and LTD * - 401K Apply online or ...

KLA Corporation

Quality Chemical Engineer

Totowa, NJ · On-site

$60K - $102K/yr

KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert ... engineering diagrams for troubleshooting and identifying parts. * Experience in different chemical ...

KLA Corporation

Quality Chemical Engineer

Totowa, NJ · On-site

$60K - $102K/yr

KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert ... engineering diagrams for troubleshooting and identifying parts. * Experience in different chemical ...

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How much do chemical engineer r&d jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for chemical engineer r&d in the United States is $87,487.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a chemical engineer R&D do?

A Chemical Engineer in Research and Development (R&D) works on designing, developing, and improving processes and products that involve chemical transformations. Their responsibilities may include conducting experiments, analyzing data, and scaling up processes from the laboratory to production. They collaborate with scientists and engineers from other disciplines to innovate new materials or improve existing ones, often with a focus on sustainability, safety, and efficiency. Chemical Engineers in R&D are essential in industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, food, and materials science.

What is the difference between Chemical Engineer R&D vs Chemical Process Engineer?

AspectChemical Engineer R&DChemical Process Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Chemical EngineeringBachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, development centersManufacturing plants, production facilities
Industry UsageProduct development, innovationProcess optimization, plant operations
Primary FocusDeveloping new materials and processesScaling up processes, improving efficiency

While both roles require a chemical engineering background, Chemical Engineer R&D focuses on research and development of new products and processes in labs, whereas Chemical Process Engineers work on implementing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes in industrial settings.

What are the typical challenges faced by chemical engineer R&D professionals during the development of new products or processes?

Chemical Engineer R&D professionals often encounter challenges such as scaling up laboratory results to pilot or production scale, ensuring safety and compliance with environmental regulations, and optimizing processes for cost-efficiency and sustainability. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams—including chemists, process engineers, and quality assurance specialists—is essential to address technical hurdles and integrate feedback throughout development. Managing tight project timelines while balancing innovation with practical feasibility is also a common aspect of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chemical engineer R&D, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Chemical Engineer R&D, you need a solid background in chemical engineering principles, problem-solving abilities, and typically at least a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, process simulation software (such as Aspen Plus or MATLAB), and safety regulations, along with certifications like Six Sigma, are often required. Strong analytical thinking, creativity, and effective communication help distinguish top performers in research and development environments. These skills are crucial for developing innovative solutions, ensuring process efficiency, and facilitating collaboration in multi-disciplinary teams.
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Infographic showing various Chemical Engineer R&D job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,487 per year, or $42.1 per hour.

Chemical Engineer (P.E.) (3946)

Navarro Inc.

Paducah, KY • Remote

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting aChemicalEngineer (P.E.)(3946)in Paducah, KY.This is a remote position with travel to Paducah when needed.

Navarro is an award-winning provider of turnkey solutions, delivering comprehensive nuclear,environmentaland technical services to federal agencies, commercialenterprisesand private clients across the United States. Ourexpertisesupports organizations such as the Department of Energy, the National Nuclear Security Administration, the Department of Defense and NASA, while also extending to commercial industries and private sector partners facing complex engineering, technical and environmental challenges. Navarro specializes in nuclear operations, environmental remediation, D&D, waste management, advanced energy, facilities management, and technical and professional services. For more information, please visit Navarro-inc.com.

Position Summary

Navarro is seeking a Kentucky-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) - Chemical to support bid and task-based design engineering services forDepartmentof Energy (DOE) facility modification work in Paducah, Kentucky. This role supports chemical engineering design scope for existing DOE-owned facilities, including chemical systems, treatment systems, process flow development, and related engineering deliverables.

The work consists of chemical engineering support for modifications to existing facilities, including development of specifications, calculations, evaluations, statements of work, design drawings, process flow documentation, and field visits or project meetings at the Paducah Gaseous Diffusion Plant as required by individual task assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Provide chemical engineering support for DOE facility modification projects, chemical systems, treatment systems, and related process design scope.
  • Develop and review chemical engineering specifications, calculations, engineering evaluations, statements of work, design drawings, process flow documentation, and technical design deliverables.
  • Support development of process flow for treatment systems and coordinate with vendors on selection of treatment media where applicable.
  • Apply chemical engineering judgment to industrial chemical, treatment media, process system, and regulated facility design considerations.
  • Apply applicable design codes, standards, site procedures, engineering design control requirements, and assigned quality levels to task-based engineering work.
  • Coordinate with project managers, design engineering management, discipline leads, client representatives, and other technical staff to support task execution, reviews, schedules, and field visit needs.
  • Support work planning, technical input, milestone deliverables, engineering documentation, and design activities on an intermittent or task-specific basis as project requirements are defined.
  • Comply withsite access, safety, quality assurance, security, radiological control, and worker safety and health requirements applicable to DOE facility work.

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