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Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented observant and self-motivated Process Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for execution development and optimization of innovative physicochemical processes that are core to delivering transformative optical materials for AR/VR applications. You will join an agile team that is laser-focused on incubating winning prototypes and establishing new process capabilities with supply-chain partners. This role involves hands-on laboratory work collaboration with cross-functional teams and contributing to continuous process improvements.

Responsibilities:

+ Handle prepare and process organic materials and solutions in a laboratory setting while observing all safety protocols.

+ Implement complex standard operating procedures with precision and efficiency remaining attentive to detail to detect subtle differences that impact process effectiveness.

+ Design experiments to evaluate process feasibility and optimize process parameters.

+ Identify and resolve issues in electromechanical systems and equipment used in laboratory processes involving collaboration with engineering teams.

+ Collect document and analyze data from laboratory experiments and processes prepare reports and present findings to relevant stakeholders.

+ Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to material innovation.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Masters degree in Chemical Engineering Chemistry Materials Engineering Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

+ 4 years of experience in process development.

+ Laboratory experience in handling organic chemicals and solvents and use of relevant laboratory equipment.

+ Demonstrated ability to perform design of experiment DOE and data analysis.

+ Excellent data handling documentation and organization skills.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Knowledge of organic chemistry crystallization process and transport phenomena.

+ Experience with optical metrology and refractive index measurements e.g. prism coupler.

+ Automating lab equipment using LabVIEW or Java/Python codes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Redmond, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Redmond,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.