Research Support Technologist

Chevron Corporation; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corporation in Ames, IA is seeking a Research Support Technologist to perform laboratory experiments and support product and process research and development. You will operate bench scale equipment, test samples, and help troubleshoot manufacturing processes.

The role requires a BS in a STEM field, 3–4 years of relevant experience, and the ability to work safely with hazardous materials. Strong communication and basic Office software skills are expected in a collaborative team

Qualifications

• B.S. in a STEM discipline (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Biological, Chemistry).
• 3–4 years of relevant work experience in a lab or R&D setting.
• Strong safety ethic and ability to work in a safety-sensitive role.

Responsibilities

• Operate bench-scale equipment and perform lab activities (blending, filtration, reactions, distillations, analytical tests).
• Support assembly, operation, and maintenance of experimental systems at Ames Technology Center.
• Assist in design, selection, and commissioning of new lab equipment and capabilities.
• Adhere to lab safety and OE programs and coordinate with HSE and P&PD colleagues.
• Communicate progress on projects and experiments timely and clearly.
• Draft/update technical documents such as SOPs.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean laboratory environment.

Skills

Safe work history

Lifting capability

Communication skills

Multitasking

Lab safety

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Research Support Technologist – Chevron

Total Number of Openings 1

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Research Support Technologist through September 28th at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).

Performs laboratory experiments and tests utilizing instructions and/or standard methodology; interprets results and conducts analyses in support of product and process research and development.

Responsibilities

• Operates bench scale equipment and performs various laboratory activities such as blending, filtrations, reactions, distillations, and performs some analytical testing
• Contributes to the assembly, operations, and maintenance of experimental systems in the Ames Technology Center (ATC)
• Supports Research Support Engineers in the design, selection, development and commissioning of new laboratory equipment and capabilities
• Adheres to lab process safety and Operational Excellence (OE) programs including work authorization system and coordination with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) personnel and P&PD co-workers
• Maintains a high degree of independence, responsibility, reliability, and accountability in conducting experiments
• Works effectively under pressure of multiple deadlines
• Handles hazardous materials such as flammable liquids, high pressure compressed gases, acids, and bases
• PPE provided/required
• Taking day-to-day work direction from Research Support Engineers
• Timely and accurate communication on progress of projects and experiments
• Conducts laboratory experiments, as directed, to support the development, improvement, troubleshooting, and scale-up of manufacturing processes
• Configures laboratory systems and equipment to facilitate experimentation
• Assists in troubleshooting, maintaining and improving laboratory equipment and processes
• Assists in drafting and updating technical documentation such as SOPs
• Helps maintain a safe, organized and clean working environment in the laboratory

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Biosystems Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or similar STEM discipline
• Minimum 3-4 years of relevant work experience
• Safe work history and strong safe work ethic (this is a safety sensitive position)
• Candidate must have the ability to follow processes and procedures implicitly
• Ability to lift 5-gallon containers (approximately 45 pounds)
• Candidate must be comfortable standing and working for long periods of time in a laboratory environment
• Candidate must have mechanical aptitude and experience using common hand tools such as a torque wrench and drill
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and co-workers (oral and written)
• Working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook and Powerpoint
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with biofuels and/or renewable feedstocks such as fats & oils
• Familiar with process engineering fundamentals (example – understanding process flow diagrams and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams)
• Experience with lab scale process instrumentation and equipment (example - pressure transmitters, thermocouples, small pumps, mixers, heat trace, process control, assembly of compression tube fittings)
• Experience with assembly of glassware apparatus for vacuum operations
• Experience with operating standing drill press and horizontal/vertical band saw

Employment and Eligibility

• Relocation Options: Relocation will not be considered.
• International Considerations: Expatriate assignments will not be considered.
• Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.
• U.S. Regulatory notice: Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail]. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

Company Information

Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.