Grease Formulation Analyst (Saponification R&D)

CHAMPOIL Indonesia; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

CHAMPOIL Indonesia is looking for a Grease Formulation Analyst to join their R&D team in North Jakarta. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry or chemical engineering with expertise in lithium-based grease formulation and quality analysis. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects that have a real impact in the lubricant industry and to grow in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in grease formulation, preferably with lithium or calcium-based thickener systems.
• Strong understanding of saponification chemistry and soap emulsification behavior.
• Familiarity with laboratory analysis techniques and quality control parameters.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute lab-scale saponification reactions.
• Analyze grease samples for quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with production and QA teams for formulation scaling.

Skills

Documentation

Data Analysis

Scientific Troubleshooting

Saponification Chemistry

Quality Parameters in Grease Production

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Tools

Laboratory Titration

FTIR

Karl Fischer

pH Monitoring Techniques

Job description

Grease Formulation Analyst (Saponification R&D)

Grease Formulation Analyst (Saponification R&D)

Location: North Jakarta, Indonesia
Division: R&D (Research & Development)
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

CHAMPOIL Indonesia is seeking a detail-oriented and scientifically rigorous Grease Formulation Analyst specializing in Saponification Research & Development. This role is ideal for a chemist or chemical engineer with a deep understanding of lithium-based grease formulation, soap thickener systems, and the complexities of saponification reactions, especially when working with reclaimed or non-conventional base oils.

You will be responsible for optimizing thickener formation, troubleshooting soap quality issues, and supporting continuous innovation in high-performance grease systems.

What You'll Be Doing

Designing and executing lab-scale saponification reactions with various fatty acid and alkali combinations (e.g., 12-HSA, stearic acid with LiOH or Ca(OH)₂)

Conducting stoichiometric calculations and iterative pH/acid-base titrations to ensure complete soap formation with minimal free fatty acid or alkali residual

Analyzing grease samples for consistency, penetration, drop point, and % residual alkali using appropriate wet-chemistry and instrumental techniques

Investigating the impact of base oil quality (e.g., Group I–III, used oil, synthetic) on soap structure, emulsion stability, and grease performance

Implementing pretreatment and filtration strategies for reclaimed oils to reduce contaminants that interfere with thickener formation

Collaborating closely with the Production and QA teams to scale up lab-validated formulations into consistent batch production

Documenting formulation parameters, test results, and adjustment protocols in detailed technical reports

Participating in cross-functional R&D projects related to new thickener systems (e.g., complex lithium, calcium sulfonate) and formulation cost-reduction initiatives

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Minimum 3 years of experience in grease formulation, preferably with exposure to lithium or calcium-based thickener systems

Strong understanding of saponification chemistry, stoichiometry, and soap emulsification behavior

Familiarity with quality parameters in grease production: NLGI consistency, drop point, oil separation, penetration, etc.

Experience with laboratory titration, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and pH monitoring techniques

Knowledge of the challenges associated with using used or reclaimed oils in grease manufacturing

Excellent documentation, data analysis, and scientific troubleshooting skills

Comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment and interfacing with production teams

What We Offer

At CHAMPOIL Indonesia, you will be part of a dynamic innovation-driven team with access to advanced testing equipment and industry best practices. We offer:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Opportunity to work on real-world grease innovation projects with tangible industrial impact

A culture of collaboration, experimentation, and continuous improvement

Professional growth through internal knowledge-sharing and external training support

About Us

CHAMPOIL Indonesia is a leading manufacturer of lubricants and greases, committed to high-performance and sustainable solutions. With a specialized R&D facility in North Jakarta, we focus on solving real-world lubrication challenges for both automotive and industrial applications. Our core strength lies in our ability to innovate across the entire formulation lifecycle—from base oil selection to additive optimization and thickener performance.

Ready to take your grease formulation skills to the next level?
Apply today and help us shape the future of high-performance lubrication.

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