Synthetic Chemistry & Product Development
- Develop and optimize synthetic routes for new and existing semiconductor chemical products.
- Explore and evaluate novel molecules and chemistries to create competitive advantages for customers and business growth.
- Develop products meeting stringent semiconductor industry specifications, including PPB-level metal impurity control.
- Design, execute, and troubleshoot synthetic experiments under cleanroom and controlled-environment conditions.
- Screen and optimize reaction parameters including: stoichiometry, mixing efficiency, heat transfer, pressure control, reaction kinetics.
- Operate and troubleshoot laboratory and pilot-scale equipment independently.
- Recommend and implement advanced analytical and process equipment aligned with industry best practices.
- Review and approve technical documents including: SOPs, COAs, Technical Packages, Sample Preparation Reports, Development Protocols.
- Utilize analytical and characterization techniques for organic molecules and high-purity chemicals.
- Prepare comprehensive development reports and technical presentations for management reviews and technical forums.
Process Development, Scale-Up & Commercialization
- Translate laboratory processes into pilot and commercial-scale manufacturing processes.
- Develop process documentation including: Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Mass Balance Calculations, Equipment Specifications.
- Lead pilot plant campaigns and production trials.
- Ensure seamless technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
- Drive process optimization initiatives to improve yield, purity, throughput, and process robustness.
- Collaborate with production, quality, engineering, and EHS teams during commercialization activities.
Equipment & Experimental Setup Design
- Design and develop laboratory and pilot-scale experimental setups.
- Select appropriate materials of construction such as: SS316, Hastelloy, PTFE, PFA, Quartz.
- Evaluate equipment compatibility based on process chemistry and operating conditions.
- Troubleshoot process equipment issues related to: pumping efficiency, line clogging, temperature control, dosing systems, process instrumentation.
Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure strict adherence to laboratory safety practices and process safety requirements.
- Assess and mitigate risks associated with hazardous processes including: chlorination, nitration, oxidation, phosphonation, other exothermic and toxic reactions.
- Conduct and support: HAZOP Studies, HIRA Assessments, Thermal Hazard Screening, Process Safety Reviews.
- Maintain compliance with organizational safety standards, SOPs, ELN documentation, and 5S methodologies.
- Support process intensification initiatives aimed at improving safety and operational efficiency.
Data Analysis, Documentation & Technical Communication
- Conduct reaction kinetics studies and process modelling.
- Analyze process data to improve reaction performance and scalability.
- Prepare and maintain: Technical Reports, SOPs, Batch Manufacturing Records, Scale-Up Reports, Validation Documentation.
- Present technical updates to internal stakeholders, leadership teams, customers, and external partners.
- Support customer interactions by providing scientific and technical expertise.
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