The Role:
As the Associate Chemist, reporting to the Director - Application Lab, Fuels, Lubes, Oilfield & Coatings, you will be responsible for running application testing, perform typical characterization, and solving quality control product issues under the direction of a Lead Chemist. Additionally, you will be responsible for supporting aspects of development of new products, procedures, and test methods with minimal daily supervision.
How You Will Make an Impact:
R&D - New Product Development, Product Application Testing, Customer Support
Works with a Chemist, Lead Chemist or direct manager to conduct research and develop new products or troubleshoot problems of existing products.
Conduct flow assurance and fluid flow separation product application testing for in-house and benchmark products and organize the data in a clear and concise manner which can be deciphered easily for data analytics purposes.
Conduct fuels and lubricant application testing for in-house and benchmark products and organize the data in a clear and concise manner which can be deciphered easily for data analytics purposes.
Conduct routine analytical qualitative and quantitative chemical and physical testing.
Evaluate materials for compliance to standards and specifications.
Assists in the maintenance, calibration, and repair of laboratory equipment.
Is able to handle multiple assignments
Is able to suggest alternative approaches within the scope of the experiment or project/process.
Report results effectively in a timely fashion
Maintain legible, neat and organized laboratory notebooks to thoroughly document their work.
Assist as directed in all areas of the lab function.
Adhere to company EH&S regulations, SI Group Responsible Care practices and ISO 9000 programs
Ensure all R&D operations are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures and are in compliance with relative laws and regulations.
Creating Extraordinary Starts With:
BS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or any physical sciences with at least 3 years related industrial experience
MS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or any physical sciences with at least 1 year related industrial experience
What We Value:
We strive for all employees to nurture physical, mental and emotional health both personally and professionally. Our commitment to health and wellness centers around prevention, early detection and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Some offerings may vary by role or region, but may include:
Essential Solutions with Extraordinary Results
SI Group is a global leader in the innovative technology of performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical intermediates. Our solutions are essential to many diverse industries and applications, creating extraordinary results. We drive value by enhancing the quality, performance, and durability of countless items we use every day.
We are on a journey to captivate our customers at every level. Whether that means expanding our capabilities, global reach, or providing new innovations and technologies that create value. Our approach is customized to exceed customer needs and deliver superior performance.
At SI Group, we create smart chemistry that solves global challenges and makes great things possible.
SI Group is a performance additives and intermediates business. We offer a broad array of products that feed into diverse applications including pharmaceuticals; plastics; oil and gas; and tires, among many others. We create solutions that provide formulators and manufacturers with the ability to increase efficacy, efficiency, productivity, and purity in countless industrial and consumer goods.
Our company unites us. So do our values and the approach that we bring into the workplace each day. There’s more to a job than just the work—and we believe it’s those “other things” that set us apart - learn more about us at www.siigroup.com.
