Sr. R&D Lab Chemist
Lummus Technology
Pasadena, TX 77507
Description
Observe and maintain safety requirements
Excellent knowledge of environmental analytical laboratory instrumentation
Proficient in LIMS & CDS system usage
Review and support wastewater analytical needs for Lummus Technology and their customers
Perform laboratory evaluations for wastewater Lummus Technology and help identify the best solutions
Support & perform wastewater data analysis for Lummus Technology
Perform laboratory-based experiments according to company protocols and standardized methodology, develop new methods and procedures, and perform data analysis
Responsible for identifying the analytical challenges regarding Lummus technology wastewater division, providing technical answers and implementing them
Work closely with other members of Lummus Analytical Services group and management on issues relating to the development of products, support of existing technology and the ongoing provisioning of technical expertise.
Develop laboratory methods and procedures that lead toward improved technology and application development
Maintain high customer satisfaction for Lummus
Some supervisory experience a plus
Key Responsibilities
- Analytical chemistry technical knowledge:
- Chromatography (GC, SFC, HPLC, IC)
- Spectroscopy (FTIR, UV/VIS)
- Titration (KF, RSH, Br #)
- EPA and SM proficiency
- QA/QC
- Method development
- LIMS
- CDS
- PFAS
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills together with the ability to effectively manage project deliverables
- Self-motivated and having demonstrated experience working with multiple internal customers and associated time management skills
- Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skills
- Standard lab protocols
- Experimental design
- Math and statistical analysis
- Data analysis
- Computer skills - spreadsheet, word processing, graphics presentation generation
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Listening - understanding stated and implied issues and concerns
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)
- Effective email/Voice mail communication
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Chemistry undergraduate degree required (minimum)
- 10-year environmental analytical chemistry laboratory experience required
- Must have advanced knowledge of wastewater analytical methodology
- Experience in gaseous emissions analysis preferred
- Must have analytical method development experience
- Must have knowledge of standardized methodology – EPA, ASTM specifically
- Must be able to learn new analytical instrumentation as necessary
- Must be able to speak convincingly with technical managers and production people concerning objectives, chemistries in use, and equipment operation
- Must have basic knowledge of engineering
Job Benefits
This position may be eligible for:
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Prescription
Health Savings Account
Health Advocate
Bonus
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account
(Health care, Dependent care and Limited Purpose)
Employee Assistance Plan
Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life and AD&D (employee, spouse and child)
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Voluntary Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Identify Theft
Legal
Commuter Benefit Plan
Lummus Savings Plan
Pet Insurance
About Lummus Technology
Lummus Technology is the global leader in developing technology solutions that make modern life possible and focus on a more sustainable, low carbon future. We license process technologies in clean fuels, renewables, petrochemicals, polymers, gas processing and supply lifecycle services, catalysts, proprietary equipment and digitalization to customers worldwide.
Department
Plant Laboratory
Employment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
Pasadena - Texas
Workplace type
Onsite