Oilfield Formulation Chemist: Lab-to-Field Innovator

SMC Global, a Special Materials Company; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading specialty chemicals firm in San Angelo, TX is seeking a Formulation Chemist to develop and optimize chemicals used in oilfield production. The ideal candidate will work closely with R&D, operations, and commercial teams to ensure compliance with performance and regulatory standards. This role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field and 3–7 years of experience in formulation chemistry. Strong analytical skills and technical writing abilities are essential, along with proficiency with lab instruments. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of formulation or application chemistry experience in Oil & Gas or specialty chemicals.
• Hands-on experience with production or completions chemicals strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize formulations for oilfield production and completions chemicals.
• Design and execute lab experiments to assess performance and scalability.
• Scale formulations from lab to manufacturing and support field validation.
• Conduct testing for stability, compatibility, rheology, and performance.
• Document formulations, test data, and batch records accurately.

Skills

Strong physical chemistry and oilfield fluid fundamentals

Proficiency with lab instrumentation and analytical techniques

Strong technical writing, documentation, and problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or related field

Job description

A leading specialty chemicals firm in San Angelo, TX is seeking a Formulation Chemist to develop and optimize chemicals used in oilfield production. The ideal candidate will work closely with R&D, operations, and commercial teams to ensure compliance with performance and regulatory standards. This role requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field and 3–7 years of experience in formulation chemistry. Strong analytical skills and technical writing abilities are essential, along with proficiency with lab instruments. Competitive benefits are offered.