Lead Analytical Engineer — Lab Ops & Compliance

Easpring Finland New Materials Oy; Kotka; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Easpring Finland New Materials Oy is expanding its analytical laboratory in Finland, seeking a Senior Analytical Engineer to support establishment and daily operation. The role combines laboratory work, safety compliance, equipment management and external coordination.

The successful candidate will oversee analytical testing using ICP-OES, PSD, BET, Karl Fischer, XRD, SEM, and related methods, develop SOPs, and lead corrective actions while ensuring adherence to Finnish and EU safety and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• At least 3 years hands-on experience in industrial laboratory testing or quality control within a manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience with analytical instrumentation and laboratory testing.
• Good understanding of laboratory safety and chemical handling.
• Proactive, responsible and able to work independently.
• Strong English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and support analytical techniques including ICP-OES, PSD, BET/SSA, Karl Fischer titration, Acid-base titration, XRD, SEM and other testing items.
• Support analytical method development, validation, verification and improvement.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of internal abnormal test results and customer complaints, conduct root cause analysis, and drive corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, calibration, maintenance and repair.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions and laboratory procedures.
• Support the laboratory quality system, customer audits and preparation for ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers, calibration providers, external laboratories, waste contractors and other technical service providers.

Skills

Independent work

Proactive

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Materials Science/Chemical Engineering/Environmental Engineering

Tools

ICP-OES

PSD

BET/SSA

Karl Fischer titration

Acid-base titration

XRD

SEM

Job description

Easpring Finland New Materials Oy is expanding its analytical laboratory in Finland, seeking a Senior Analytical Engineer to support establishment and daily operation. The role combines laboratory work, safety compliance, equipment management and external coordination.

The successful candidate will oversee analytical testing using ICP-OES, PSD, BET, Karl Fischer, XRD, SEM, and related methods, develop SOPs, and lead corrective actions while ensuring adherence to Finnish and EU safety and quality