Senior Chemist: Lab & Water Quality Expert

American Electric Power Co.; West Virginia; On-site; USD 88,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power Co. seeks a Senior Chemist to perform routine chemical analyses, monitor boiler water and plant processes, and support environmental compliance. You’ll work under guidance on more complex analyses, document procedures, and train teammates.

Requires a science degree or equivalent, at least four years of related experience including three as a Chemist I, and willingness to rotate shifts including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in science or related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Four years' related experience including three years as a Chemist I in a chemical lab.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Laboratory activities and maintain equipment.
• Initiate requisitions for supplies, equipment, and work for proper operation.
• Install, operate, calibrate, and maintain test equipment.
• Collect, document and evaluate data to comply with regulations.
• Provide training and supervise team members.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Chemistry analysis

Data collection

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Test equipment maintenance

Job description

American Electric Power Co. seeks a Senior Chemist to perform routine chemical analyses, monitor boiler water and plant processes, and support environmental compliance. You’ll work under guidance on more complex analyses, document procedures, and train teammates.

Requires a science degree or equivalent, at least four years of related experience including three as a Chemist I, and willingness to rotate shifts including weekends and holidays.