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Chemical Engineering Job at Solenis | PhD Candidates Apply Now for the Scientist Role
A leading FMCG company is hiring an R&D Scientist II for its Food & Beverage division in Mumbai. The Chemical Engineering Job involves product innovation, development, and validation, including laboratory experiments, customer trials, and collaboration with global R&D teams. Ideal candidates have a background in Chemical Engineering, Food Technology, Microbiology, or Biotechnology and experience in FMCG, dairy, beverage, or specialty chemicals. Applications are open until November 30, 2025.
- Job Post: R&D Scientist II – Food & Beverage
- Location: Mumbai, India
About The Company
Solenis is a leading global specialty chemicals company that provides innovative solutions for water-intensive industries, including pulp and paper, oil and gas, chemical processing, and municipal water treatment. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Solenis focuses on delivering sustainable and efficient chemical technologies that enhance process performance, reduce environmental impact, and optimize resource utilization. With a strong emphasis on research, customer collaboration, and technological innovation, Solenis helps clients achieve operational excellence while
maintaining high standards of safety and environmental responsibility.Key Responsibilities for Chemical Engineering Job
The R&D Scientist II will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating new products and innovation projects under minimal guidance. The role includes laboratory experimentation, customer trials, and cross-functional collaboration with global R&D teams.
- Plan and execute product ideation, development, and validation projects.
- Generate creative solutions and patentable technologies for assigned innovation projects.
- Conduct laboratory experiments and customer trials using various machines and testing equipment.
- Identify technical risks and implement mitigation plans.
- Document product design, development processes, and performance specifications ensuring ISO compliance.
- Follow Stage Gate processes and project management tools during ideation, development, and validation phases.
- Collaborate with multifunctional teams, including Marketing, Analytical, and Regulatory departments.
- Support development and implementation of global laboratory best practices.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
Required Qualifications for the Chemical Engineering Job
- M.Tech / Ph.D in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Technology
- Experience: Ph.D (1–3 yrs), M.Tech (3–5 yrs), MSc (6–10 yrs) in chemical, detergent, surfactant, FMCG, dairy, beverage, or food industry.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, Stage Gate process, and Project Management preferred.
- Strong conceptual, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Self-motivated, creative, and results-oriented with a learning mindset.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead and drive execution of scientific projects independently.
- Strong understanding of chemistry, formulations, and process fundamentals.
- Collaboration skills for working with global teams.
