Senior Catalyst Lab Technician - Hands-On Research

Umicore; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Umicore is seeking a hands-on Senior Laboratory Technician to support catalyst preparation and laboratory experimentation. You will work closely with scientists, engineers, analytical teams, and other technicians to prepare samples, conduct experiments, document results, and maintain a safe and organized laboratory.

Responsibilities include preparing solutions and catalysts, performing washcoating and calcination, operating lab equipment, and ensuring accurate records.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in chemistry, materials science, process technology, or related field.
• High school diploma with relevant laboratory/chemical-processing experience.
• Hands-on experience in chemical/materials/catalyst laboratory settings.
• Ability to follow written procedures and perform basic calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and sample traceability.
• Good communication skills; able to document results clearly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments according to approved procedures and test plans.
• Prepare chemical solutions, catalyst slurries, coated substrates, and catalyst samples.
• Perform weighing, mixing, dispersion, washcoating, impregnation, drying, and calcination.
• Operate laboratory equipment including balances, pH meters, pumps, ovens, and furnaces.
• Monitor experiments, identify unusual conditions, and support troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate and traceable records of samples and results.
• Follow safety, waste-disposal, and equipment procedures.
• Keep the lab clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Collaborate with technical and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Safety-focused

Attention to detail

Effective written and verbal komunik?

Teamwork

Traceability

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in chemistry, materials science, process technology, or related field

High school diploma or equivalent with relevant lab/chemical experience

Hands-on experience in a chemical/materials/catalyst laboratory

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Umicore is seeking a hands-on Senior Laboratory Technician to support catalyst preparation and laboratory experimentation. You will work closely with scientists, engineers, analytical teams, and other technicians to prepare samples, conduct experiments, document results, and maintain a safe and organized laboratory.

Responsibilities include preparing solutions and catalysts, performing washcoating and calcination, operating lab equipment, and ensuring accurate records.