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Job Title: R&D Process EngineerJob Description

The R&D Process Engineer will be responsible for evaluating, developing, and implementing processes for the pre-separation, separation, and post-separation of rare earth materials. This role involves ensuring safety compliance, developing standard and emergency operating procedures, transitioning technology from pilot to commercial scale, and leading maintenance and commissioning activities.

Responsibilities

+ Evaluate existing and alternative technologies for pre-separation and post-separation processing of rare earth materials using patented processes.

+ Perform process hazard analyses associated with chemical processes and implement required personnel and environmental safety protocols to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards.

+ Lead the development of standard operating procedures and emergency procedures for rare earth material pre-separation, separation, and post-separation processes, with the support of the Plant Operations department.

+ Determine the appropriate 'freeze' point of the rare earth material technology platform to transition from pilot scale operations to commercial scale operations.

+ Support the engineering of commercial scale processes with the assistance of a Process Consultant and potentially a third-party engineering partner.

+ Lead the development of commissioning procedures for rare earth material pre-separation, separation, and post-separation processes, with the support of the Research & Development department.

Essential Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.

+ 5 years of experience in chemical process engineering.

+ Experience with stimulation software, particularly Aspen software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience within the rare earth materials, chemical, or related industries.

+ Knowledge of chromatophy.

Work Environment

This position is onsite with working hours from 9 AM to 5 PM. The company currently has about 22 people, making it a part of one of the newest and fastest-growing companies in North America.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Noblesville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

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 Noblesville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 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.