Field Production Chemist

The Broken Arrow Economic Development Corporation; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

ChampionX is seeking an experienced Field Production Chemist for Anchorage, Alaska. You will monitor chemical programs, optimize processes, and act as SPOC for production chemistry issues across North Slope facilities.

This role involves hands-on field work, site inspections, and collaboration with operations and engineering teams. The rotation schedule is 14/14 or 28/28, and candidates must be willing to travel within the US to support field operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial) or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or related fields.
• 3 years of chemical industry experience.
• Ability to travel within assigned sales territory.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.

Responsibilities

• Monitor chemical programs at North Slope facilities and drive continuous improvement of chemical applications.
• Monitor separation efficiency and recommend chemical, procedural, and mechanical improvements.
• Monitor produced fluids chemistry and recommend best-in-class solutions.
• Act as SPOC for all production chemistry issues.
• Perform site inspections, coordinate daily meetings, and conduct inventory audits at injection points.
• Collect production fluid samples and perform laboratory testing for chemical treatment performance analysis.
• Develop measures to maintain integrity through corrosion control techniques.

Skills

Chemical knowledge

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry/engineering/life sciences

Job description

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for an experienced Field Production Chemist located in Anchorage, Alaska. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

What’s in it For You:

Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology

Opportunity for a long term, advanced career path

A culture that values safety first, including training and personal protection

Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching and more!

What You Will Do:

Monitor chemical programs at all North Slope facilities with a diverse background of technical knowledge and experience and focus on continuous improvement of current chemical applications.

Monitor separation efficiency at each facility and recommend chemical, procedural, and mechanical improvements to the processes.

Monitor the chemistry of produced fluids, anticipate associated problems, and recommend best-in-class solutions.

Monitor facility utility systems and recommend required chemical maintenance.

Constantly work to remain experts in best-in-class chemical technology and application.

Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all production chemistry issues.

On-site Problem Solving:

Utilize pro-active problem-solving skills as production challenges become apparent.

Chemical Program Control:

Accountable for the implementation and execution of chemical programs.

Support continuous improvement of the chemical programs with a focus on product development and testing.

Conduct daily coordination meetings to align field operations.

Perform site inspections and field tours to assess operational conditions.

Execute inventory audits at chemical injection points.

Monitor and regulate dosage levels at injection sites to ensure optimal performance.

Collect production fluid samples and perform laboratory testing for chemical treatment performance analysis.

Compile and submit comprehensive daily technical and economic performance reports

Communication & Account Management:

Maintain relationships and communicate with project manager, management, research and development, marketing, corrosion engineers, materials coordinator and the other production chemists.

Maintain relationships and communicate with key customer personnel.

Maintain relationships and communicate with operations, management, and engineering groups.

Maintain relationships and communicate with design groups and provide the required information to best utilize chemical management solutions.

Ensure North Slope contract requirements are met

Schedule and complete business reviews with key customer personnel

Train and develop field production chemistry team members

Act as leaders through actions and professionalism.

Support a culture of “Zero Defect” in HSE performance.

Drive business and technical performance improvements with the use of a performance management system.

Work within a multi-functional team that assesses the plant integrity via direct inspection, corrosion and process monitoring, and applies control measures through the deployment of corrosion and process chemicals.

Develop measures to maintain integrity through applied corrosion control techniques and repair.

Coordination of activities within the North Slope Production Chemistry team. Assist operations with implementation of the recommended chemical programs.

Maintain in-depth knowledge of current and planned production facilities.

Rotational schedule: 14 days on, 14 days off, 21 days on, 21 days off OR 28 days on, 28 days off

Individual can live anywhere within the United States, but must be able to travel to Anchorage, Alaska for duration of rotation

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or related fields

3 years of Chemical industry experience

Chemical Application knowledge and experience

Ability to travel within assigned sales territory

Must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record

No immigration sponsorship offered for this role (US Only)

Physical Demands:

May be required to Lift/Push/Pull/Carry up to 55 pounds chest high.

Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.)

3+ years of successful technical sales or field sales support experience

Experience in oil and gas industry

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.