Analytical Lab Technician: Gas & Sample Prep

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc.; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc. seeks a skilled analytical chemist to collect samples from gas cylinders, prepare them for analysis, and perform wet chemistry tests.

You will operate sophisticated gas equipment, design analytical processes, and maintain instrumentation under guidance of the lab manager. The role requires 5+ years in a relevant lab setting, experience with reactive gases, and strong documentation practices.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry required.
• Minimum 5 years in a lab or gas-related field, construction of gas manifolds preferred.
• Experience handling reactive or corrosive gases and safe lab practices required.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples from gas cylinders for analysis.
• Prepare samples for analysis and perform wet chemistry tests.
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation and develop new methods.
• Document lab data accurately and legibly.
• Assist in developing analytical instruments and methods.

Skills

Gas handling

ICP-MS

FTIR spectroscopy

GC-MS

Mass flow controllers

High purity systems

Documentation

Education

BS Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

LabView

Thermo Omnic/MKS MG2000/Vista FTIR

MKS Process eye RGA

GC data handling software

Job description

Western International Gas & Cylinders, Inc. seeks a skilled analytical chemist to collect samples from gas cylinders, prepare them for analysis, and perform wet chemistry tests.

You will operate sophisticated gas equipment, design analytical processes, and maintain instrumentation under guidance of the lab manager. The role requires 5+ years in a relevant lab setting, experience with reactive gases, and strong documentation practices.