Full-Time
AI-Augmented Software Engineer
PQ
1,001-5,000 employees
Produces inorganic performance chemicals and silicates
No salary listed
Malvern, PA, USA
In Person
Five days on-site per week required.
Bachelor's, Master's
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- Working knowledge of Python and JavaScript.
- Basic understanding of software development principles, application programming interfaces, databases, and application architecture.
- Familiarity with web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, or Node.js.
- Basic understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts and generative artificial intelligence technologies.
- Interest in AI-enabled software development, automation, and emerging technologies.
- Ability to manage time and priorities across multiple assignments.
- Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
- Develop AI-powered and web-based applications across the full stack.
- Build AI agents, workflow automations, and other intelligent solutions.
- Use AI-enabled development tools such as Claude and GitHub Copilot to accelerate software development.
- Integrate AI capabilities using application programming interfaces, large language models, and agent frameworks.
- Work with business teams to understand problems and translate them into practical technology solutions.
- Prototype, test, and iterate quickly on real-world business use cases.
- Support application deployment, troubleshooting, documentation, and ongoing enhancements.
- Communicate, promote, and personally demonstrate Safety/Health, including PQP Principles, as the number-one priority.
- Participate in risk assessment audits as applicable.
- Understand PQ Principles and how they are implemented in the site organization, rules, and procedures.
- Complete HSE training requirements identified for the job in a timely manner.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
PQ Corporation makes inorganic performance chemicals, focusing on silicates and related materials. Its products include sodium silicate (waterglass), silica gels, and other specialty silicates used in a wide range of industries. These chemicals are used as binders and additives to strengthen concrete and tires, clarify beverages, guide detergents, and support various manufacturing processes. The company earns its edge from a long history and a broad, globally distributed portfolio of silicate-based products, built through decades of evolution and strategic acquisitions. PQ’s goal is to be a leading global supplier of silicates and related inorganic chemicals, serving customers across construction, manufacturing, and consumer-beverage sectors.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Malvern, Iowa
Founded
1831
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- PQ signed BASF's Düsseldorf silicates acquisition on May 20, 2026, adding capacity.
- PQ completed Sibelco's Swedish specialty silicate acquisition on January 13, 2025.
- ACC named PQ Responsible Care Member Company of the Year on April 26, 2026.
What critics are saying
- BASF's deal still needs regulatory approvals, and closing slips beyond H2 2026.
- PQ depends on cyclical industrial demand in tires, coatings, and cleaning, crushing volumes during downturns.
- Repeated integration failures would leave PQ overlevered to commodity silicates and erode equity.
What makes PQ unique
- PQ owns deep silicates know-how since 1861, spanning sodium silicate, silica, and derivatives.
- Its 31-facility global network serves 900-plus customers across cleaning, tires, coatings, food.
- Cerberus and Koch kept PQ private in 2021, backing long-horizon industrial expansion.
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↓ -8%PQ honored as supplier of the Year by Nouryon - reinforcing commitment to customer Focus and partnership excellence. * Business Wire * Feb 5, 2026 MALVERN, Pa.-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Feb 5, 2026- PQ is honored to be recognized by Nouryon as a 2025Supplier of the Year, and we are grateful for the strong, collaborative relationship between our two organizations. Photo of PQ accepting the award from left to right; Ali Anwar, Ali Zaman, Divya Kottayil, Al Beninati, Larry Ryan and Adam Bennett. This recognition reflects the close partnership and day-to-day collaboration across our businesses - from operations and supply chain to technical and business teams - working together to respond quickly and effectively to challenges. That shared commitment helps keep Nouryon's operations running reliably and ensures continuity of supply for their customers. Customer Focus is a core value at PQ, and this award reinforces the importance of listening, responding, and acting with urgency to support our partners' success. We sincerely thank the many Nouryon employees who work closely with PQ teams around the world to make this partnership strong. We look forward to continuing to build on this relationship and deliver value together in the years ahead. With headquarters in Malvern, Pennsylvania PQ is a leading global provider of silicates, silicas and derivative products. PQ's products are found in a wide variety of industries and many aspects of everyday life, from decorative paints to green cement, from clean drinking water to green tires and from toothpaste to aiding in the production of biofuels and beer. Supported by 1,400 employees across 13 countries, PQ serves more than 900 customers around the world. Through its global network of 30 facilities, PQ provides best-in-class product offerings that support a broad range of end uses including silica and chemical manufacturing; paints and coatings; purification, construction and drilling; and personal care, nutrition, and food and beverage. Vice President, Marketing KEYWORD: PENNSYLVANIA UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: MANUFACTURING OTHER MANUFACTURING ENERGY OTHER ENERGY CHEMICALS/PLASTICS PUB: 02/05/2026 05:20 PM/DISC: 02/05/2026 05:20 PM
Larry retired from PQ Corporation in Anderson as a boiler operator for many years but had also worked at Anderson burial vault for 10 years and was a truck driver.
US speciality chemicals producer PQ Corp has unveiled plans to expand silica production at its existing facility in Pasuruan, Indonesia.