Technical Application Specialist

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:
Syensqo is currently seeking a Technical Application Specialist Engineer for our Solvent Extraction Technical Organization in Tempe, AZ to assist with new product introduction, technical service and regional projects. The position will work closely with both the technical and commercial teams to support customer facing project development and implementation. The position will be active in both field and laboratory testing to support plant operational troubleshooting, trials and service projects related to solvent extraction and adjacent applications.
 
We count on you for: 

• Support the regional commercial team to execute site projects, troubleshoot operations and introduce new products to the industry with the support of the technical and research organizations. This includes onsite testwork, pilot and plant trials.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments along with data interpretation and recommendations to progress regional projects. 
• Apply statistical and experimental design methods to concurrently investigate multi-variable effects and hypotheses.
• Suggest  solutions to address unmet customer needs.
• Perform duties in a manner that supports site SHE, quality and business key objectives. Support advancement initiatives in the areas of Safety, Zero Defect, Customer Focus and Operations Improvement through utilization of a continuous improvement culture. Ensure strict adherence to site quality policy and procedures.
• Design, perform or oversee laboratory experiments to support regional projects and new product applications in the field of Solvent Extraction.
• Communicate results, conclusions, next steps and project status to effectively progress projects.
• Participate in customer site visits and trials to support the regional team (travel assumed at <50%).
• Participate in the development and validation of analytical methods. 
• Conformance to all safety, quality, customer, regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Ability to work standing for extended periods of time and periodic need to lift items up to 50 lbs. 
• Other duties as assigned.

 
You can count on us for:

• This role offers a unique opportunity for the candidate to be part of a growing Technology Solutions family and participate in the ambitious transformation journey we are launching in order to further upscale our capabilities. It gives the candidate's the opportunity to be recognized as the orchestrator of our Technology Solutions site and benefit from a large autonomy to define how we will reach our ambitions with respect to process standardization.

 
You will bring:

• Bachelor or Engineer of Science Chemistry, Chemical Engineer, Metallurgist or other related field
• Strong operational and laboratory skills in the area of solvent extraction.
• Familiarity with laboratory techniques for the analysis of aqueous and organic solutions (ICP, AA, GC, titration).
• Willingness and ability to learn new technologies to match the diverse product applications.
• A proven track record of innovative and problem solving skills.
• Experience preferred in the field of hydrometallurgy 
• Moderate rigging for removal and placement of equipment.
• Installation and proper alignment of shafts.
• Understand and work with a variety of computer software packages including: Google and Microsoft platforms.
• Proficiency in English language; oral and written communication with the ability to engage and work with other business functions within the company.
• Ability to interact with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Ability to speak in public, communicate a point of view and make conclusions from well structured ideas. 
• Travels and works overtime as required to meet key objectives.

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is 80,000 - 95,000. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• 16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training Platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free Well-Being sessions (physical and psychological)

 
 Additional information:

• This is an onsite position. 

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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