R&D Engineer - Refrigerants Test Center (Early Career)

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world. **CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS** At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. The Chemours Discovery Hub, a newly constructed 320,000 ft² world-class R&D/Application Development research facility located in **Newark, DE** , has an **R&D Engineer** position available in the **Technology** function. In **Thermal & Specialized Solutions (TSS)** , we harness next-generation, low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) technology to provide market driven innovations to customers in the areas of Refrigerants, Propellants, Fire Protection, Foam Blowing Agents used in various systems for building and construction segments, and Mobile and Stationary heating and cooling systems. Our technical organization consists of experts in the areas of fluorine, catalysis, process development, analytical and formulation science, and application development to name a few. This key role will support R&D projects within the Refrigerants Test Center (RTC) with specific focus on operation of refrigeration equipment, system design, data collection and interpretation. This role is based in the Chemours Discovery Hub in Newark, DE. **The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:** + Manage Refrigerant Test Center (RTC) projects, including and not limited to the testing of air conditioning, heat pump & refrigeration systems, data acquisition systems, instrumentation, operation and troubleshooting. + Design and lead execution of experiments in laboratory environment. + Perform thermodynamic cycle modelling and calculations. + Analyze data, draw statistically based conclusions and determine next steps. + Set project priorities and timeline in coordination with the relevant parties. + Engage key external customers to develop and understand the tradeoffs on equipment design when adopting new solutions. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the organization, customers and partners. + Participate in conferences and share the findings under the format of technical papers. + Knowledge or the desire to learn fluorochemical science and related application technologies. + Travel 10% of time to customers and partners. **The following is** **_required_** **for this role:** + Bachelors or Masters in an Engineering (Mechanical or Chemical Engineering is preferred). + Relevant hands-on experience working on refrigeration or air conditioning equipment or components (e.g. compressors, heat exchangers, etc.) or system level (e.g. commercial, residential...). + Good interpersonal and written/oral communication skills, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to work well with all levels in the organization. + Ability to plan, prioritize and manage multiple, complex, time-sensitive projects. + Ability to work in a team environment with high degree of initiative and self-motivation and flexibility to monitor and move projects forward quickly and safely. **The following is** **_required_** **for this role:** + Relevant Internship/Co-op experience working on refrigeration or air conditioning equipment or components (e.g. compressors, heat exchangers, etc.) or system level (e.g. commercial, residential...). **Benefits:** Competitive Compensation Comprehensive Benefits Packages 401(k) Match Employee Stock Purchase Program Tuition Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Learning and Development Opportunities Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives Company-paid Volunteer Day We're a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it-by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. _Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have_ _additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws._ _Chemours is an E-Verify employer_ _Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation_ _Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position_ _Don't meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities._ _In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we're operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do._ Pay Range (in local currency): $70,426.00 - $110,040.00 Chemours Level: 23 Annual Bonus Target: 6% _The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation._ _Factors considered_ _in extending a compensation offer include (but are_ _not limited to)_ _responsibilities of the_ _job, experience,_ _knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans._ At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry." Every day Chemours delivers Trusted Chemistry that enables products and technologies that people rely on to live better and thrive. A global leader in industrial and specialty chemicals, our chemistry enables vital innovations from high-performance computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced electronics to batteries for electric and low-emissions vehicles, climate friendly cooling, paints and durable coatings for advanced infrastructure, and more. Through our three businesses - Thermal & Specialized Solutions, Titanium Technologies, and Advanced Performance Materials - we deliver chemistry-based innovations that solve our customers' biggest challenges. **PLEASE USE A WEB BROWSER OTHER THAN INTERNET EXPLORER IF YOU ENCOUNTER ISSUES (CHROME, FIREFOX, SAFARI, ETC.)**