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Technical Engineer - Staff

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Houston, TX · Posted June 9, 2026

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About the job

G‑3 Chickadee—formerly part of Goodyear Chemical—is undergoing a major transformation. As a newly independent, Private Equity–backed organization, we are modernizing our infrastructure, implementing new systems (SAP, MES, cybersecurity), and building a strong operational foundation for continued growth.

The Process Engineer is a member of the divisional technical team supporting the Beaumont and Houston chemical plants. The position works closely with plant technical and operations teams to develop proficiency in key process technologies, resolve plant issues, and identify process improvement opportunities.

This role also collaborates with Business Development and Chemical Research and Development (R&D) on new product and process development initiatives that support business objectives. The position provides technical expertise to ensure the safe and efficient scale-up of new products and processes to the Beaumont and Houston plants.

In addition, the role provides technical support for technology licensing projects, working with customers, internal teams, and external engineering firms.

What You Will Do

Provide technical support to plant technical and operations teams to identify and resolve plant issues

Collaborate with plant technical, operations, and leadership teams to identify and implement process and technology improvements that enhance safety, quality, raw material/energy efficiencies, or productivity

Provide technical guidance to the R&D organization on new product and process development projects

Lead scale-up of new products and processes from R&D to manufacturing to ensure safe and efficient transfer of the technology

Support alternate raw material sourcing programs to improve supply security or reduce costs

Support existing and new technology licensing opportunities in collaboration with business development, customers, internal teams, and external engineering firms

What You Bring

Understanding of the company’s products, processes, and markets, or similar industry products

Understand polymer and chemical processes

Able to work effectively in cross-functional teams

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

2+ years of experience in R&D or chemical manufacturing

Project management experience

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared goals

Preferred

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering with R&D or polymer process experience

Experience with solution or emulsion polymerization technologies and manufacturing preferred, but not required

Why Join G-3 Chickadee

Fast‑paced environment with significant opportunities for innovation and optimization

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Are you ready to build something meaningful?

Apply today or reach out to learn more & let's build the future of G-3 Chickadee's technology together.