R&D Lab Technician II-Water Treatment

210 Lummus Technology LLC-Corp; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Lummus Technology in Texas seeks a Laboratory Technician to support analytical investigations by performing precise lab tests, handling titrations, and maintaining standard equipment.

You will follow strict methodologies, observe safety rules, manage samples and waste, and collaborate with a team to deliver reliable data for project deliverables.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of analytical chemistry.
• Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with ability to manage deliverables.
• Math and statistical analysis.
• Computer skills: CDS, LIMS, spreadsheets, word processing.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently or in a team-based environment.
• Persuasive communication and effective email/vocal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests to produce reliable data for investigations.
• Observe safety requirements and maintain lab housekeeping.
• Carry out routine and non-routine analyses per methodologies.
• Prepare titration solutions and change utility gases.
• Maintain and operate standard lab equipment: GC, pH meters, balances, densitometers, vacuum pumps.
• Manage lab samples and dispose of waste safely.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Troubleshooting

Multitasking

Data analysis

CDS/LIMS proficiency

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

2-year Technical Associate Science Degree

Tools

Gas Chromatographs (GCs)

Titrators

pH meters

Balances

Densitometers

Vacuum pumps

CDS

LIMS

Job description

At Lummus Technology, innovation thrives, and excellence is a shared pursuit. When you join Lummus, you are empowered to make an impact and be part of a dynamic team that celebrates creativity, encourages professional development, and fosters collaboration. From our technology portfolio to our global workforce, Lummus is growing at a rapid pace, and we hope that you will grow with us during this exciting time.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests to produce reliable and precise data supporting scientific investigations.
• Observe and maintain safety requirements.
• Perform non-routine lab analyses as required.
• Carry out routine laboratory tasks accurately, following strict methodologies.
• Observe proper lab housekeeping practices.
• Prepare basic titration solutions.
• Change utility gases.
• Maintain lab samples and dispose of waste safely and effectively.
• Maintain and operate standard laboratory equipment: Titrators pH meters Balances Densitometers Sample cylinders (cleaning, purging, replacing quick connects and valves) Vacuum pumps.
• Use analytical techniques and instrumentation: Gas chromatographs (GCs) with liquid and gas sample valves GCs with autosamplers GCs with manual injection Total nitrogen and sulfur analyzers.

Basic Qualifications:

• Basic understanding on analytical chemistry.
• Mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills together with the ability to effectively manage project deliverables.
• Math and statistical analysis.
• Computer skills – Chromatography Data System (CDS), laboratory information management systems (LIMS), spreadsheets, word processing, graphic presentation generation.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work independently or in a team-based environment.
• Persuasive communication skills.
• Effective email/vocal communication.

Desired/Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-year Technical Associate Science Degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a lab setting.
• Minimum 1 year of wastewater treatment.
• Must have working knowledge of GCs.
• Must have knowledge of standardized methodology – ASTM, UOP, IFP, etc.
• Able to learn new analytical instrumentation, as necessary.
• Ability to work shift schedules.

Lummus Technology is the global leader in developing technology solutions that make modern life possible and focus on a more sustainable, low carbon future. We license process technologies in clean fuels, renewables, petrochemicals, polymers, gas processing and supply lifecycle services, catalysts, proprietary equipment and digitalization to customers worldwide.

Lummus Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law. Applicant information will be processed in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws.

Lummus Technology is the global leader in developing technology solutions that make modern life possible and focus on a more sustainable, low carbon future. We license process technologies in clean fuels, renewables, petrochemicals, polymers, gas processing and supply lifecycle services, catalysts, proprietary equipment and digitalization to customers worldwide.