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WOOD GROUP USA INC Lab Tech in Hebron, Ohio
JOB DESCRIPTION Process chemist with expertise to run a petrochemical/refinery process monitoring lab. Ability to work on research teams for manufacturing, feedstock, and product characterization. Capable of performing complex research and experiments to develop new methods and procedures under a safe environment. Experience to build a comprehensive technical report and present these findings to operations, Engineers, or Scientists. Expertise in spectrophotometry for process water testing, thermal analysis technique such as thermogravimetric analysis and gas chromatography. RESPONSIBILITIES - Process design: Develop and optimize chemical-pyrolysis processes to produce hydrocarbon compounds, or the production of existing compounds on a large scale. * Process scale-up: Conduct laboratory-scale experiments to determine the feasibility of new processes, and then scale them up for production. * Process optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize the performance of chemical processes, including factors such as yield, efficiency, and safety. * Process troubleshooting: Investigate and resolve any problems that arise during the production of hydrocarbon/chemical compounds, including issues related to quality, cost, and safety. * Equipment design: Design and specify the equipment and materials needed for chemical processes, lab testing and oversee the installation and commissioning of new equipment. * Cost analysis: Conduct cost analyses to determine the economic viability of new processes and make recommendations for process improvement. * Quality Control/Assurance: Perform testing under ASTM methods and adhere or improve the existing quality management systems and lab information management system. * Compliance: Familiarity with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations. * Technical competence: ability to use the following instrument. * TGA, DSC, EA, FTIR, CIC for solid feed and hydrocarbon product characterization. * HACH testing kits for process waste quality analysis. * Gas chromatography (GC) for simulated distillation analysis of petroleum product QUALIFICATIONS - * Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering * Associate degree in Chemistry with over 2 years' experience in process lab environment * Extensive experience in thermal process instruments such as TGA, DSC, EA. * Strong knowledge of LIMS usage as administrator or user * Experience with pyrolysis processes is a plus. * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex process issues. * Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. * Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Familiarity with relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations.Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjE1NTczLjEwNTA4QHdvb2RwbGNvbXAuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t