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Suterra

Chemical Engineering Manager

Bend, OR · On-site

Company Description Chemical Engineering Manager Onsite | Bend, OR Suterra is the world's leading ... d love to hear from you. Suterra is wholly owned by The Wonderful Company The Wonderful Company ...

Corteva, Inc.

R & D Intern - Engineering

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Interns will participate in a project in one of many engineering related fields such as mechanical engineering, design/automation, agricultural engineering, chemical engineering, scalability ...

City of New York

Chemical Engineering Intern

Valhalla, NY

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

... contract payment requisitions, and related contract correspondence. - Participating in or ... Chemical Engineering Interns may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays ...

City of New York

Chemical Engineering Intern

Valhalla, NY · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

... contract payment requisitions, and related contract correspondence. - Participating in or ... Chemical Engineering Interns may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays ...

Owens Corning

Sr Engineer R & D

Granville, OH · On-site

Advanced degree in Engineering or related Scientific or Technical Field; or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical ...

Owens Corning

Sr Engineer R & D

Granville, OH

Advanced degree in Engineering or related Scientific or Technical Field; or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical ...

ETAP

Senior Electrical Engineer - R & D Engineering

Irvine, CA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

... R & D Engineering Location: Irvine, CA Employment Type: Full-Time / Hybrid The job ETAP is seeking a Senior Electrical (Power) Engineer with extensive knowledge of design, modeling and analysis of ...

Owens Corning

Process Engineer R & D

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$78K - $100K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field * 2+ years of experience in process development, manufacturing engineering, or industrial ...

Owens Corning Inc.

Sr Engineer R & D

Granville, OH

Advanced degree in Engineering or related Scientific or Technical Field; or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical ...

Owens Corning

Process Engineer R & D

West Chicago, IL

$78K - $100K/yr

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field * 2+ years of experience in process development, manufacturing engineering, or industrial ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract chemical engineering r&d in the United States is $97,711.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectContract Chemical Engineering R&DContract Process Engineer
Primary FocusResearch and development of new chemical processes and productsDesign, optimize, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, R&D centers, pilot plantsProduction facilities, plant floors, industrial settings
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Chemical Engineering; R&D experienceBachelor's or higher in Chemical Engineering; process optimization experience

Contract Chemical Engineering R&D roles focus on developing new chemical processes and products in laboratory or pilot plant settings, while Contract Process Engineers concentrate on scaling, optimizing, and maintaining existing manufacturing processes in industrial environments. Both roles require a chemical engineering background but differ in their core responsibilities and work settings.

Can a contract chemical engineering R&D work in R&D?

Yes, contract chemical engineering R&D professionals typically work in research and development environments, applying their expertise to develop new processes, products, or technologies. They often collaborate with in-house teams, utilize laboratory equipment, and may require knowledge of safety protocols and regulatory standards.
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Chemical Engineering Manager

Bend, OR • On-site

The Wonderful Company
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Company Description
Chemical Engineering Manager
Onsite / Bend, OR
Suterra is the world's leading provider of biorational products for crop protection and commercial pest control. The company is dedicated to researching, developing and commercializing environmentally-friendly products using naturally occurring compounds such as pheromones.
Suterra is growing rapidly and investing heavily in new product development and active ingredient chemical synthesis. Suterra's parent company, The Wonderful Company, has invested over $80 million in a modern, state-of-the art facility in Bend, Oregon to synthesize active ingredients and manufacture proprietary dispensing technologies. Continued investments are planned to expand capacity for future sales growth.
In order to support Suterra's continued investment in sustainable technology we are currently recruiting for a leader to manage our Chemical Engineering team. The Chemical Engineering Manager will lead the team responsible for validating and improving processes used to make chemicals at commercial scale. This includes defining processes, specifying equipment and leading the launch process for new chemicals and production improvements.
This leader will interface closely with chemical development, production, maintenance, and environmental, health and safety teams to achieve and sustain mass production of high-quality chemicals safely and efficiently.
Job Description
Responsibilities Include:
Team Leadership
  • Recruiting and mentoring new engineers to meet emerging operational needs.
  • Providing direction, leadership and support for existing engineers to enhance day-to-day problem-solving and plant coordination.
  • Setting the agenda for chemical engineering to drive adoption of new technology and to scale up new products. Leading long-term initiatives to improve safety, quality and efficiency.
  • Standardizing tools for engineering analysis, root cause problem-solving and equipment specification.
  • Leading the fulfillment of key Process Safety Management (PSM) disciplines including Change Management and Process Hazard Analysis

Process Definition
  • Publishing new and updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) to reflect agreed process changes.
  • Publishing new and updated batch records to reflect agreed process and BOM changes.
  • Maintaining the bill of material (BOM) for each production output for use across the organization.
  • Securing approval for changes to SOPs and batch records from affected stakeholders prior to publishing

Specification of Equipment
  • Defining functional requirements for new equipment to achieve process performance.
  • Prescribing criteria and running tests to confirm equipment changes or upgrades.
  • Definition of maintenance required to maintain all aspects of process performance.

New Product Launch
  • Devising trials for demonstration of production process capability pertaining to new products.
  • Analyzing trial data to identify issues and propose improvements.
  • Define material specifications, SOPs, and process parameters that are compatible with our goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost in mass production.

Production Support
  • Determining the root cause of quality issues and working cross-functionally to propose and implement solutions.
  • Generating and assessing proposals for process improvement including changes in procedures, equipment, and tools.
  • Analyzing production data to identify issues and propose improvements.

Qualifications
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering.
  • Ten to fifteen years of experience in an engineering role involving product development or manufacturing.
  • Previous experience with leading teams and formal responsibility for managing direct reports.
  • Experience at a site under Process Safety Management and direct involvement in implementing the elements of the program.
  • Familiarity with programmable logic controllers and an ability to troubleshoot chemical, mechanical and electrical issues.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve problems while mitigating risks to resources and deadlines.
  • Enthusiasm for teamwork at multiple levels and across multiple functions of the organization.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.

Additional Information
Why Join Suterra?
This is more than a field service role. It's the first step in a career supporting growers, advancing sustainable agriculture, and developing technical expertise in one of California's most important industries.
At Suterra, you'll receive:
  • Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced agricultural professionals.
  • Opportunities to build technical skills and grow your career.
  • The chance to work with innovative technology that's making agriculture more sustainable.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
  • A collaborative team that values curiosity, integrity, and continuous learning.

If you're passionate about agriculture, enjoy working outdoors, and are ready to grow your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Suterra is wholly owned by The Wonderful Company
The Wonderful Company, headquartered in Los Angeles, is a privately held $6 billion global agribusiness company with consumer brands including Wonderful® Pistachios, Wonderful® Halos®, POM Wonderful®, FIJI® Water, JUSTIN® and Landmark® wines, as well as the Teleflora® flower delivery service.
To learn more about The Wonderful Company, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.
The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, region, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.
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