SKILLS REQUIREMENTS (INCLUDES EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE)

Completion of Earned Doctorate Degree in related fields
Minimum of 5 years experience working in related fields

0890278 B.C. Ltd. is a developer and manufacturer of laboratory and industrial analytical equipment, instruments, and procedures for almost 30 years. Based in Mission, BC, the company is currently looking to hire a full-time Research Chemical Engineer with the following responsibilities which include extensive research:
· Design new analytical instruments and chemical process equipment, for continual improvement and innovation of existing products and production processes.
· Perform all stages of research and development (R&D) projects: from engineering modeling of analytical instruments to prototype development and production.
· Assemble, adjust and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation including atomic absorption analyzers with Zeeman background correction, capillary electrophoresis instruments, PCR analyzers and mass-spectrometers.
· Perform software installation and parameters optimization for instrument operation.
· Switch between production and research roles. Work efficiently in production environment, keeping pace with the flow of unit production while maintaining high quality and accuracy.
· Research and review preparation of technical documents for sales teams. Communicate with sales and technical personnel and R&D specialists located in China (knowledge of Chinese language will be an asset, although not mandatory).
· Participate in customer support activities including application support and training as required.
· Perform routine instruments maintenance, workplace cleaning and troubleshoot issues.
· Develop Standard Operational Procedures (SOP) and quality control (QC) protocols. Perform a quality check of the products and analysis of the QC test results.
· Produce product manuals including all technical documents, instructions for use, QC programs, and applicable standards.
· Improve products and processes: simplify design of process, implement more cost-effective solutions, and continuously interact with R&D Department.
· Coordinate all logistics for production supplies and products including shipping, receiving and communication with the suppliers and Supply Chain Department.
· Inform management of unforeseen delays or problems with proposed solution
· Prepare for and confirm compliance with all regulatory requirements for our products (standard requirements, building codes, environmental, etc.).
· Perform other duties within the scope of the role as Research Chemical Engineer, as may be assigned from time to time by management.
· Continuing education through participating in educational opportunities, trade shows conferences, and relevant publications.
· Conduct extensive research in relation to the above duties and in the role as Research Chemical Engineer.