Process Development Engineer

Job Title:

Process Development Engineer

Job Description:

Here at Entegris, we use advanced science to enable technologies that transform the world, and we are seeking employees who have the drive to continue that mission. 

The Role:

Entegris is currently seeking a Process Development Engineer to join our Scale-up and Manufacturing Readiness team. This position will be based in our Toronto facility. 

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, optimizing, scaling, and troubleshooting chemical manufacturing processes from laboratory through pilot and manufacturing scales. This role applies chemical engineering principles to process development, equipment design, experimental planning, data analysis, and technology transfer to manufacturing. The engineer will work closely with R&D, Operations, EHS, and business teams to accelerate the commercialization of new products and processes. 

What You’ll Do:

• Design and execute experiments to develop and optimize chemical processes.  

• Develop process understanding through data analysis and engineering fundamentals.  

• Lead scale-up activities from laboratory to pilot and manufacturing environments.  

• Identify process risks and develop mitigation strategies.  

• Troubleshoot process issues during development and production campaigns.  

• Support process characterization and process robustness studies. 

• Use modelling software e.g. ASPEN, Visimix, etc. to simulate processes  

• Support technology transfer into manufacturing.  

• Develop control strategies and operating windows. 

• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, mass balances, and energy balances.  

• Define equipment requirements and participate in equipment selection.  

• Support commissioning, qualification, and startup of new process equipment.  

• Evaluate automation, control strategies, and process improvements. 

What We Seek:

• Bachelors or Masters in Chemical Engineering.  

• 3-8+ years of experience in process development, scale-up, or manufacturing.  

• Experience with pilot plant operations and chemical processing equipment.  

• Strong data analysis, modelling and problem-solving skills.  

• Experience with process safety methodologies.  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

What we offer:

At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity to our employees and promote from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values.

Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.

• Compensation: $85,000- $105,000 CAD range with actual pay based on candidate experience
• Generous RRSP plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Vacation policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

Please note, this role is for an existing vacancy with an expected compensation range of $85,000- $105,000 CAD.  At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status. Additionally, our recruitment process does not include using AI based software.