Laboratory Chemist - Drilling and Completion Fluids in location Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, United[...]

Baker Hughes; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy technology company in the UK is seeking a Laboratory Chemist to conduct routine chemical analyses and support drilling fluids operations. The successful candidate will have a science degree, excellent analytical skills, and experience in a laboratory setting. This role offers a collaborative work environment and flexibility within the workplace.

Benefits

Contemporary work-life balance policies

Comprehensive private medical care options

Life insurance and programs

Tailored financial programs

Additional elected or voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering is required.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Knowledge of drilling fluids testing as per API specifications is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine chemical and physical analyses in the laboratory.
• Communicate results to supervisors with detail.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving skills

Knowledge of general chemistry/sciences

Laboratory experience

Team communication

Education

Science degree or applicable engineering

Tools

Microsoft software

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Are you a Laboratory based Chemist looking for your next move?

Would you like to ensure our locations operate efficiently using the latest chemical technology?

Join our Team

We are the leader in well construction and production. Our innovative physical and digital solutions improve efficiency, production and maximize reservoir value. We are a leading supplier of oilfield services, products, technology and systems to the worldwide oil and natural gas industry. By being the service company that best anticipates, understands and exceeds our customers' expectations.

Partner with the best

This role as a Laboratory Chemist - Drilling and completion Fluids will be under general supervision, you will conduct routine chemical and physical analyses by running tests required for product and application development or QC of processes or procedures. The position is based in Aberdeen within the laboratories.

As a Laboratory Chemist - Drilling and completion Fluids, you will be responsible for:

• Under minimal supervision, conduct routine chemical or physical analyses by running tests and procedures in support of UK/European/Caspian Operations for Drilling Fluids.
• Assists senior personnel in providing results to internal/external customers.
• Communicates results to supervisor in a detailed manner.
• Handles special projects, as assigned.
• Writes reports.
• Assesses results for applicability, validity and conformance to specifications.
• Calibrates and maintains equipment and relevant paperwork.
• Sample disposal.
• Willingness to provide 24 hour cover when required.
• Prepare equipment for offshore use.

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Science degree or applicable engineering.
• Good analytical, communication and problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of general chemistry/sciences.
• Knowledge of Microsoft software.
• Laboratory experience.
• Ability to communicate well individually and in team environment.
• Experience with drilling fluids testing as per API specifications and testing in a laboratory or operations role.

Work in a way that works for you

One of our core values as a business is collaboration and, as such, whilst flexible work options are available, we believe there is a great benefit of having our teams co-located in one of our many offices across the UK.

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well‑being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.

Working for you

• Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Safety net of life insurance and programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional elected or voluntary benefits.

About Us:

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us:

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to gender or expression, age, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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