{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f04f45903bc0b747b223506b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f04f45903bc0b747b223506b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f04f45903bc0b747b223506b","title":"Chemical Engineering Associate","description":"About The RoleWe are seeking a Chemical Engineering Associate to support experimental and process development work across our in-house reactor systems. This is a hands-on role focused on executing and supporting chemical processes at the pilot scale, with a clear path toward increased ownership in experimental design and process development over time.This position is ideal for a recent Chemical Engineering graduate who is excited to apply core engineering fundamentals in a practical, fast-paced lab environment. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and scientists to help develop and scale a unique chemical process that is central to our product.What You’ll DoOperate and support experiments on pilot reactor systems, including setup, execution, and teardownFollow established procedures to run chemical processes safely and consistentlyAssist in monitoring and documenting key process parameters (e.g., temperature, time, agitation, catalyst loading)Analyze experimental data and contribute to process understanding and optimization effortsSupport general lab operations, including equipment preparation, cleaning, and organizationCollaborate with engineering and R&D teams to execute planned experiments and process improvementsOver Time, You WillTake on increasing independence in running experimentsContribute to design-of-experiments (DOE) studiesPartner more closely with R&D to inform process development decisionsWhat Success Looks LikeWithin 3-6 months: Ability to independently and reliably execute core synthetic processes across our reactorsConsistent delivery of high-quality experimental work and accurate documentationDemonstrated understanding of process parameters and their impact on outcomesGrowth toward contributing to experimental design and process optimizationWho You AreBachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in Chemical EngineeringStrong foundation in core chemical engineering principles (e.g., reaction engineering, transport phenomena)Hands-on experience from academic research, labs, or internshipsComfortable working in a lab environment with chemical processes and equipmentDetail-oriented with a focus on safety and execution qualityAble to manage time effectively and follow direction while building toward independenceWilling to occasionally adjust schedule to support longer-running experimentsNice to HaveExperience working with reactors, pressure vessels, or similar equipmentFamiliarity with organic solvents and standard lab glasswareExposure to polymer synthesis or related chemistryBasic understanding of analytical techniques (e.g., chromatography)","company":"Aether","rawCompany":"aether","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-15T08:43:52.875Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"},{"code":"19-4031.00","title":"Chemical Technicians","slug":"chemical-technicians"},{"code":"19-2031.00","title":"Chemists","slug":"chemists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"325998","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-chemical-product-and-preparation-manufacturing"},{"code":"325199","title":"All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-basic-organic-chemical-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Chemical Engineering Associate","description":"About The RoleWe are seeking a Chemical Engineering Associate to support experimental and process development work across our in-house reactor systems. 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