Catalyst Lab Technician I

WCL Group; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

The Catalyst Lab Technician position with WCL Group in Richmond, CA offers hands-on involvement across synthesis, characterization, production, and qualification of catalysts for refinery applications. You will support R&D, scale-up, and manufacturing while ensuring strict safety and compliance in a fast-paced lab setting.

Candidates should hold a BS in a science field, have at least 1 year of lab experience, and be proficient in wet chemistry, data reporting, and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Natural Sciences, Earth Sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience.
• Experience in wet chemistry procedures and analytical techniques.
• Mechanical aptitude for operation and maintenance of process instrumentation and lab-scale industrial equipment (mixers, extruders).
• Microsoft Suite proficiency.
• Prompt with delivery of data and results.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key client colleagues outside their immediate workgroup.
• Understanding of SDS and where to obtain information on hazards and proper storage/handling of substances.
• Adherence to safety culture.
• Strong communication skills with team, customers, and stakeholders—both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Prepares laboratory size catalysts on specialized equipment for mixing, extruding, drying and calcining.
• Prepares small catalyst samples for analytical inspections and performance testing.
• Prepares complex metal solutions.
• Performs metal separation and purification procedures by solvent extraction.
• Performs physical tests on laboratory and commercial catalysts.
• General wet chemistry methods.
• Keeps chemical inventory and catalyst storage inventory.
• Reports data in written reports.
• Maintains a safe, clean, well-organized lab, meeting all safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Wet chemistry procedures

Analytical techniques

Lab instrumentation operation

Microsoft Office

Data reporting

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Strong communication

Physical stamina

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Computer-controlled equipment

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Job description

Overview

The Client is a Fortune 100 oil and gas company. This opportunity provides experience in the energy sector in the United States with a globally recognized leader in energy production.

Location

Richmond, CA 94801

Compensation

$24-30 per hour

Benefits Offered

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week. On-site.

Contract Term

1 year long contract with high likelihood of extension or conversion to full-time.

Position Overview

The Catalyst Lab Technician is involved with synthesis, characterization, production, and qualification at all levels in the Catalyst Supply Chain, ranging from raw materials to finished and spent catalysts. The technologist provides support in preparing size-specific catalyst charges for performance testing and preparing size-specific catalysts to be shipped and loaded into refinery reactors worldwide. Works with the Catalyst Lab team and stakeholders to support the Catalyst Supply Business: R&D, scale-up, commercialization, and manufacture of raw materials and catalysts, as well as technical support of refineries that use our technology. R&D may lead to new technologies and products that may be patented or commercialized in the future. This role requires strict adherence to lab safety and compliance policies to uphold site safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Prepares laboratory size catalysts on specialized equipment for mixing, extruding, drying and calcining.


• Prepares small catalyst samples for analytical inspections and performance testing.


• Prepares complex metal solutions.


• Performs metal separation and purification procedures by solvent extraction.


• Performs physical tests on laboratory and commercial catalysts.


• General wet chemistry methods.


• Keeps chemical inventory and catalyst storage inventory.


• Reports data in written reports.


• Maintains a safe, clean, well-organized lab, meeting all safety and environmental regulations.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Biology, Natural Sciences, Earth Sciences or related field.


• Minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience.


• Experience in wet chemistry procedures and analytical techniques.


• Mechanical aptitude for operation and maintenance of process instrumentation and lab-scale industrial equipment (mixers, extruders).


• Microsoft Suite proficiency.


• Prompt with delivery of data and results.


• Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key client colleagues outside their immediate workgroup.


• Understanding of SDS and where to obtain information on hazards and proper storage/handling of substances.


• Adherence to safety culture.


• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a team; collaborations with team members and customers/stakeholders are essential.


• Strong communication skills with team, customers, and stakeholders—both written and verbal. Proactive in providing insights and input on project topics. Ability to identify and propose new research ideas with others based on experience.


• Ability to multitask and adjust schedules to meet project deadlines. Highly organized and able to manage several projects simultaneously.


• Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs.

Preferences

• Experience in separating and purifying metals from complex solutions.


• Synthesis of catalyst materials.


• Familiarity with computer-controlled equipment, spreadsheets, and word processing.