Chemical Engineer

Voyager Technologies, Inc.
Pueblo +1 more
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for chemical engineers who translate lab data into industrial processes and work in mission-driven environments. Candidates should have experience in project execution and be prepared for on-site work in unconditioned spaces.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience scaling lab processes to industrial systems and a background in unit operations
    — “Experience taking a process through design, testing, iteration, and scale-up”
  • Individuals who thrive in collaborative, hands-on environments with a focus on safety and operational excellence
    — “Contributing to the safe development and operation of equipment”
  • Engineers with a preference for on-site work and willingness to relocate or commute between Pueblo and Penrose, CO
    — “This is an on-site role based in Penrose, CO, with a shift to Pueblo, CO, expected within the next year”

Things to consider

  • Must be eligible for explosives licenses and pass pre-employment drug and health screenings
    — “Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses, including”
  • Travel expectations include up to 15% of time, potentially involving overnight stays
    — “Travel up to 15%, including the possibility of overnights”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with unit operations like electrochemistry or drying in your resume and interviews
    — “Experience with one or more of the following unit operation types: electrochemistry, evaporation, crystallization, dewatering, drying, and powder packaging”
  • Emphasize your ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
    — “Ability to communicate effectively through written, verbal, and presentation channels while explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences”
  • Showcase your project management skills with a focus on meeting deadlines and budgets
    — “Experience executing a project on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Established new chemical manufacturing facility
  • Developed and commissioned equipment
Typical background
Chemical EngineerProcess Engineer

Skills & requirements

Required

Chemical EngineeringProcess DesignEquipment ProcurementTestingCommissioningRisk Management

Preferred

ElectrochemistryEvaporationCrystallizationDewateringDryingPowder Packaging

Stack & domain

Chemical EngineeringMass And Energy BalancesFluid DynamicsThermodynamicsCommon Unit Operations Employed In Chemical ManufacturingCommunication Effectively Through Written, Verbal, And Presentation ChannelsExplaining Technical Concepts To Non-technical Audiences

About the role

Original posting from Voyager Technologies, Inc. via Greenhouse

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies 

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.  

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

The Chemical Engineer for Voyager Technologies is responsible for supporting the establishment of a new chemical manufacturing facility by specifying, procuring, designing, building, testing, and commissioning chemical process equipment.

The position reports to the Chief Engineer and is part of the Chemicals and Explosives Team. This is an on-site role based in Penrose, CO, with a shift to Pueblo, CO, expected within the next year.

In this role, the essential functions are:

Translating lab data into process requirements and equipment specifications

Procuring existing industrial equipment where it meets cost, schedule, and performance requirements

Developing and building first-principles solutions alongside the technician team, where existing equipment does not meet the above requirements

Testing, refining, and commissioning equipment to bring systems into operation

Contributing to the safe development and operation of equipment

Identifying, communicating, and tracking engineering risks and mitigations

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related discipline OR 4+ years of experience in chemical engineering in lieu of a degree

Experience taking a process through design, testing, iteration, and scale-up

Experience executing a project on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards

Working knowledge of mass and energy balances, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics

Working knowledge of common unit operations employed in chemical manufacturing

Ability to communicate effectively through written, verbal, and presentation channels while explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years of chemical engineering experience (with a bachelor’s degree in engineering) or 6 years of chemical engineering experience (in lieu of a degree)

Experience with one or more of the following unit operation types: electrochemistry, evaporation, crystallization, dewatering, drying, and powder packaging

Travel, Physical, and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

Travel up to 15%, including the possibility of overnights, particularly to Minden, Louisiana area

Ability to lift, move, or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds

Exposure to heat, cold, and unconditioned manufacturing spaces

Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses, including

Be 21 years of age or older

Pass the pre-employment drug test and health screening

Pass State and Federal background checks

The good-faith base salary range for this role is $75,000–$105,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus. This range may be adjusted in the future. The position may be eligible for a lump-sum bonus upon hire.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees

Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll

401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security

Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being

Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.  

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. 

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice. 

Colorado pay range$75,000—$105,000 USD

Source: Voyager Technologies, Inc. careers (Greenhouse)

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