chemical engineer
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Education: Bachelor's degree. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Conduct quality control on programs, procedures and control strategies . Establish new quality control programs and strategies . Evaluate chemical process technology and equipment . Conduct economic and technical feasibility studies. Conduct research into the development or improvement of chemical engineering processes, reactions and materials. Design and test chemical processing and associated plants and equipment. Develop guidelines and specifications for the handling of dangerous chemicals, environmental protection, or standards for foods, materials and consumer goods. Oversee the construction, modification, operation and maintenance of pilot plants, processing units or processing plants. Prepare contract documents and evaluate tenders. Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers. Commission systems and components. Create three-dimensional (3-D) models with computer-aided design (CAD). Supervision: 5-10 people. Computer and technology knowledge: Microsoft Visio. MS Excel. MS Office. MS Outlook. MS PowerPoint. MS Word. Additional sector experience: Water treatment. Area of work experience: Design. Installation, maintenance and inspection of equipment or facilities. Project management. Purchasing, procurement and contracts. Quality assurance or control. Research and development. Specification or technical writing. Specialization or experience: Specialized environmental skills and knowledge. Chemical engineering. Area of specialization: Process control. Process design or development. Biochemistry. Environment or pollution control. Industrial chemistry. Transportation/travel information: Own vehicle. Willing to travel. Travel expenses paid by employer. Own transportation. Valid driver's licence. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Accurate. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Team player. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Day. Overtime required. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Workplace information: On the road job. Other benefits: Learning/training paid by employer. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days).