DRD are currently looking for a practical Chemist/Scientist with a polymer/organic background to join our client on a full-time basis.
Individuals with a strong knowledge of catalysis are desired.
The successful candidate will contribute through product development, technical support and technical service activities to continued diversification of the manufacturing business.In this position you will have the opportunity to develop advanced materials for green energy production, storage, and conversion This is a 6 month contract, Monday - Friday role.
Key accountabilities will include: • Running innovation projects in line with business targets • Characterize catalyst inks using a variety of techniques including rheology, particle size analysis, and surface tension measurements.
• Assist in scaling up the formulation processes from the laboratory to pilot and production scale.
• Investigate and implement innovative materials and processes to improve the properties of catalyst inks.
• Effective tailoring of customised products and services as appropriate to suit key customers' particular application conditions.
• Develop and implement QC protocols for the production of catalyst inks, ensuring consistency and quality in every batch.
• Document research findings, prepare technical reports, and present results to internal stakeholders • Arranging optimum product development paths, utilising available resources where possible.
• Liaising with raw material suppliers and setting specifications.
• Developing and optimising existing and new formulations • Ensuring that costs are contained within budget and forecast.
Qualifications and skills required: • Bachelor's Degree, Masters, Honours and/or PhD in Organic Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, Applied Chemistry or similar.
• Industry experience within a Chemical Manufacturing Line or worked within a Project Delivery Team • Hands-on experience with material characterization techniques such as SEM, EDS, XRD, XPS, and BET surface area analysis.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and design of experiments (DOE) • Some understanding and industry experience working within one or more of the fields of catalysis, ionomer production, adhesives, coatings, and/or polymer development will see you shortlisted.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to identify and address technical challenges.
• You must be able to manage a variable workload and have the organisational skills to prioritise and focus on delivering functional products.
You will be used to setting priorities and coordinating multiple test programs • Enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment in collaboration with other like-minded team members and adjacent project teams (also delivering a variation of the system) • Highly responsible and trustworthy • The ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
• Excellent project management and supervision skills • Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills • Proven ability to work independently and self-motivated, with a strong track record of taking initiative and achieving results autonomously • Highly experienced communication skills within the project team and stakeholders If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey and contribute to major projects in Perth, apply now!
To find out more Please contact DRD Group on 08 9437 4400 DRD Group is a specialist recruitment provider renowned for recruiting quality project teams on major projects within the Energy, Resources, Defence, Renewables and Infrastructure sectors.
DRD Group embraces a diverse workforce culture and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
All work assignments are subject to successful completion of a medical, drug and alcohol screen plus verification of all original certifications and qualifications.
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