Job Summary

The R&D; Engineer I will support pilot plant and laboratory operations to enable the successful execution of R&D; and product development programs.

This role involves the hands-on operation of pilot plant equipment, execution of synthesis experiments and DOE studies, process monitoring, data collection, and accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards.

The successful candidate will support day-to-day pilot plant operations and contribute to process troubleshooting, optimization, and scale-up activities, working closely with Technical Scientists, project leaders, and engineers to translate laboratory developments into pilot-scale processes.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to build technical expertise in chemical process development, pilot plant operations, and manufacturing scale-up within a collaborative and innovation-driven R&D; environment.

What will you be doing

- Support R&D; Scientists and project teams in executing R&D; and product development programs through synthesis experiments, DOE studies, process monitoring, and data collection to enable process development and scale-up.
- Operate laboratory and pilot-scale equipment in compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards, while maintaining and continuously improving SOPs, work instructions, and ISO-compliant documentation.
- Maintain accurate records of process conditions, operating parameters, observations, and experimental results, and prepare technical reports and documentation as required.
- Assist in process development, scale-up, and technology transfer from laboratory through pilot plant to manufacturing, including experimental execution, data analysis, troubleshooting, root cause investigations, and process optimization.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot pilot plant equipment, including commissioning, preventive maintenance, and changeovers, while supporting technology development and continuous improvement initiatives.




- Manage raw material, consumable, and finished product inventories to ensure operational readiness and uninterrupted project execution.
- Support material packaging, labelling, logistics, and sample shipment activities in coordination with R&D;, Quality, and Operations teams.
- Maintain 5S standards, housekeeping, and protected work practices while demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

Who are You
- Diploma or B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- 2-5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process engineering, pilot plant operations, chemical process development, specialty chemicals, polymers or nanomaterial synthesis, process scale-up, manufacturing, or R&D; support environments.
- Hands-on experience with chemical processing equipment, unit operations, laboratory instrumentation, and pilot-scale systems.

What competencies will you need
- Working knowledge of process safety, quality systems, EHS requirements, and regulatory compliance.
- Familiarity with process monitoring, data collection, experimental execution, and technical documentation.
- Experience supporting process development, troubleshooting, optimization, and scale-up activities is desirable.
- Preferred: Experience with inventory management, material handling, packaging, and shipping logistics.
- Strong attention to detail, documentation discipline, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions in a global and multicultural environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork, continuous learning, and operational excellence.

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📌 R&D Engineer (Bengaluru)
🏢 Element Solutions
📍 Bengaluru