ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Lubricants Lab at Southwest Research Institute

Who We Are:

With almost 70 years of experience as an independent research, development, and evaluation laboratory for fuels and lubricants, we are well qualified to tackle challenges affecting marine vessels and locomotives, trucks and automobiles, and even hand-held power tools.

Objectives of this Role:

• Develop an understanding of the chemical testing we provide by working with others in a team.
• Support project leaders and other technical staff.
• Perform chemical and instrument analyses on fuels, oils, and other petroleum products using standard test methods and Test Inspection Procedures (TIPs).
• Safely prepare solutions or solvents for various tests and transfer samples from one area to another in the laboratory.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Communicate regularly with coworkers, supervisors, and project leaders regarding tests; must be able to work well with others in the lab environment.
• Follow all written test procedures and written and verbal instructions.
• Maintain workbooks and equipment on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), TIPs, and other procedures.
• Troubleshoot problems encountered with test equipment and perform routine computations and manipulation to test data.
• Meet client scheduled deadlines. Update and maintain control charts.
• Must follow and adhere to safety requirements and adjust work schedule as needed to meet workload demands.

Requirements:

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Related technical certifications or courses preferred, but not required.
• Shift work required.
• 0-5 years: Related work experience or academic lab experience in a laboratory
• 0-2 years: Computer skills (i.e. Excel and MS Word).
• 0-2 years: Experience using analytical balances is preferred.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.