Support Scientist

SECURE; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SECURE seeks a Technical Support Scientist in Leduc, Alberta, to optimize and develop waste treatment products. This role focuses on testing chemical additives for various industries and requires a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Environmental Science. The successful candidate will conduct research, analyze water samples, and collaborate on innovative solutions in a lab-based environment.

Benefits

Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more

Health care spending account

Employee wellness program

Employee savings plans

Career progression

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills; ability to present findings to technical clientele.
• Experience in conducting pilot-scale studies.
• Knowledge of regulations and best practices in water treatment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and perform experiments in water treatment processes.
• Analyze water samples and develop treatment strategies.
• Collaborate with teams to implement customized solutions.

Skills

Communication skills

Laboratory experience

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Environmental Sciences

Job description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As our Technical Support Scientist, you will be responsible for supporting the specialty Chemicals group. The main role of the Technical Support Scientist is to test, develop, and optimize the portfolio for the waste treatment product line. This includes but is not limited to chemical additives for industrial water treatment, oil and gas, agricultural, mobile dewatering, with a strong focus on polymers, coagulants, and environmentally friendly chemistry alternatives.

This role is based out of Leduc, Alberta.

The Team

The team works closely together, combining their expertise in research, laboratory experiments, and polio-scale studies to develop innovative solutions for challenging water treatment needs. Collaboration is key, as the team frequently engages with internal colleagues and external clients to ensure customized solutions meet industry standards. With a strong focus on continuous learning and staying current with industry trends, this team fosters a supportive environment where everyone’s contributions are valued.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position working in a lab-based environment.

A Day in The Life

• Conduct research and perform laboratory experiments to evaluate and optimize water treatment processes for agriculture, industrial and slop oil dewatering applications.
• Analyze water samples to identify contaminants, determine treatment requirements, and develop appropriate treatment strategies.
• Design and conduct pilot-scale studies to evaluate the performance of different treatment approaches, including the selection and testing of polymers, coagulants, and emulsions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement customized water treatment solutions for clients, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Provide technical support and expertise to customers, including troubleshooting treatment issues, conducting on-site visits, and delivering training sessions.
• Stay current with industry trends, research advancements, and emerging technologies related to water treatment, polymers, coagulants, and emulsions.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings, recommendations, and project updates to internal stakeholders and clients.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or similar. Candidates without a degree, but with a technical diploma and equivalent industry experience, will be considered.
• 0-5 years of experience in industrial water treatment, agricultural, and mobile dewatering, with a strong focus on polymers and coagulants, is preferred. Candidates without direct experience but with significant exposure to a laboratory environment, including testing, product development, and commercialization, will be considered.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in water treatment and environmental protection.
• Experience in conducting pilot-scale studies and translating results into scalable treatment solutions.
• Strong communication skills, oral and written; ability to present to technical clientele, technical field personnel, and sales personnel.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a larger group.
• Highly motivated, organized, with excellent time management skills and has a professional manner.

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages, and compensation programs which include:
  • Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health care spending account
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employee savings plans
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives Our Stories

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has a right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.

Application Deadline: To be considered for this position, please ensure your application is submitted by July 28th, 2025.