On-Site Catalyst Lab Tech I: Synthesis & Testing

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

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