Applied Catalyst Technology Engineer

Clariant is currently looking for an Applied Catalyst Technology Engineer to support the Catalyst Business Unit at our facility in The Woodlands Texas or Louisville Kentucky. This role is designed for an early-mid career engineer with hands-on exposure to catalyst technology catalyst applications chemical processing or related plant Applied Catalyst Technology Engineer supports customers throughout the catalyst lifecycle including catalyst selection performance evaluation loading startup troubleshooting and optimization. Prior catalyst experience is strongly preferred because this position requires the ability to understand catalyst behavior evaluate operating performance and provide credible technical support to customers and internal commercial successful candidate will serve as a customer-facing technical representative of Clariant and work closely with sales technology advisors production R&D and product management. This position offers a strong development path into future sales or technology advisor roles for candidates who demonstrate technical expertise commercial awareness and strong customer relationship is an onsite position (based inThe Woodlands Texas or Louisville Kentucky) requiring up to 50% travel throughout North and South America. Candidates must be able and willing to travel at short notice respond to changing customer needs and adjust personal schedules as required. This level of travel flexibility is an essential requirement of the role. Relocation assistance may be available. Also candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support catalyst grade selection technical proposals performance evaluations loading startup troubleshooting and optimization throughout the customer sales and service cycle
• Conduct catalyst performance evaluations predictions and projections using Clariants proprietary design programs operating data and digital tools
• Travel to customer facilities to provide technical support during catalyst loading and startup and help bring plant operations to expected performance levels
• Analyze catalyst behavior operating conditions and process data to identify performance issues and recommend corrective actions
• Partner with sales teams and technology advisors to develop technically sound catalyst solutions that address customer and commercial needs
• Serve as a customer-facing technical expert clearly communicating catalyst performance operating recommendations and technical risks
• Collaborate with production R&D product management and technical teams to resolve catalyst application issues and improve product performance
• Prepare technical reports design guidelines operating manuals case studies and supporting calculations for catalyst applications

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering is highly preferred; a Bachelors degree in Chemistry may be considered with relevant catalyst chemical plant or industrial process experience
• 2-5 years of experience in catalyst technology catalyst applications chemical plant process engineering refining petrochemicals syngas hydrogen or a related technical environment; recent graduates with relevant catalyst-focused internships co-op experience or research may also be considered
• Hands-on experience or exposure to catalyst selection catalyst performance evaluation catalyst loading startup support troubleshooting or process optimization is strongly preferred
• Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work directly with customers and cross-functional teams in a technical customer-facing environment
• Ability to travel up to 50% throughout North and South America including travel on short notice
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship

Whats in it for you

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan
• *Includes base salary and annual incentive bonus; final offer based on skills experience and internal equity.

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Talent Acquisition Partner NORAM

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline Greater chemistry - between people and planet which considers the principles of customer innovation and people orientation as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant we believe that diversity equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed respected supported and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives experiences and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization based on objective criteria and regardless of gender gender identity race ethnicity religion protected veteran status age disability sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity disability protected Veteran status or any other protected class as established by law.

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