If you work in research and development, you could;
- test new ways to develop products in the lab
- use computer models to work out safe and cost-effective production methods
- plan how to move from lab tests to pilot production and then large-scale processing
- develop methods to deal safely with by-products and waste materials
In manufacturing, you could:
- work with plant designers to create production equipment and instruments
- oversee the day-to-day operation of the processing plant
- monitor production and deal with problems
- work closely with quality control and health and safety managers
