Chemical Engineer - Product Development

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative Chemical Engineer to join their product development team in Oxford . This role focuses on the creation and refinement of new chemical products and formulations, taking them from concept through to market-ready status. You will collaborate with researchers, chemists, and other engineers to translate scientific discoveries into practical, commercially viable products. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative engineer passionate about innovation and contributing to the launch of new materials and solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments to develop and optimize new chemical products and formulations.
• Perform characterization tests and analyze product performance data.
• Collaborate with R&D scientists and chemists to troubleshoot formulation issues and improve product properties.
• Assist in the scale-up of laboratory processes to pilot and commercial production.
• Prepare technical documentation, including product specifications and development reports.
• Ensure all product development activities adhere to safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with relevant experience.
• Experience in product development, formulation, or process scale-up.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques and instrumentation used for product characterization.
• Strong understanding of chemical principles relevant to product formulation.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple development tasks.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, with a focus on innovation in Oxford .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge product development projects.
• Collaborative and stimulating research environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribute to the creation of innovative new products.