Research Chemical Engineer (NOC 21320) Job

Company Operating name:
Lumex Instruments Canada registered as 0890278 B.C. Ltd.

Business Address:
Unit 1-3, 7294 Fraserview Place, Mission, B.C., V4S 0A3, Canada

Title of the position:
Research Chemical Engineer (NOC 21320)

Job duties:
Lumex Instruments has been developing and manufacturing laboratory and industrial analytical equipment, instruments, and procedures for almost 30 years. Based in Mission, BC, Lumex is currently looking to hire a full-time Research Chemical Engineer with the following responsibilities:
• Design new analytical instruments and chemical process equipment, 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
• Assembly, 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
• Prepare technical documents for sales teams in English and Chinese. Communicate with sales and technical personnel and R&D specialists located in China
• 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 may be assigned from time to time by management
• Update personal knowledge by participating in educational opportunities (participation in trade shows and conferences, preparation of publications, etc.)
• Conduct all aspects of research in relation to the above in the role of Research Chemical Engineer.

Terms of employment:
Permanent full-time position

Language of work:
English

Annual Salary Wage:
$70,000 per annum
Personal bonus may be paid annually according to the company’s policy.

Benefits package offered (if applicable):
Extended health insurance coverage after probationary period of 3 months

Location(s) of work (local area, city, town):
Unit 1-3, 7294 Fraserview Place, Mission, B.C., V4S 0A3, Canada
This position requires local and overseas business trips on behalf of our company.

Weekly Work Hours:
30 hours

Paid Vacation:
10 days

Contact information/How to Apply:
Please send your application by email to lumexhr@gmail.com including your CV as well as a letter stating your past experience and why you believe you qualify for the position. Only shortlisted qualified applicants and applicants who can legally work in Canada will be contacted.

Skills requirements (includes education and work experience)
Completion of Master or Doctoral Degree in related fields
Minimum of 10 years experience working in related fields

Anticipated Start Date:
As soon as possible

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