Laboratory Engineering Assistant

Jacam Catalyst • Gardendale, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist and perform a wide range of chemical and physical analyses on petrol-fuels and chemicals. Operate equipment to control chemical changes or reactions generated by processing industrial or consumer products. This role requires strong hands-on laboratory expertise, adherence to safety and quality standards, and close collaboration with engineers and scientists.

Requirements

• Associate degree in STEM
• Hands-on experience in Mechanical instruments, heavy lifting
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Meet internal and external commitments, respond promptly to customer needs, and solicit customer feedback to improve service.
• Be dependable, trustworthy, truthful, and credible in the workplace. Display a sincere desire to provide service or assistance, follow instructions, and take responsibility for your own actions. Show a commitment to doing the best job possible.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety glasses, goggles, etc.
• Vision: Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception
• Sense of Sound: 55 decibels, adult conversation
• Sense of Smell: Able to detect odors
• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Have fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in English.
• Adhere to guidelines, policies, and procedures as described in the Jacam Catalyst handbook.
• Adhere to Jacam Catalyst’s Drug and Alcohol policy and agree to submit to random drug testing as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• 3-4 years of oilfield experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Work in a laboratory environment that may contain chemical odors.
• Perform assigned duties according to the current HSE laboratory safety standards.
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations while performing assigned duties.
• Collect data, document test results, and assist report preparation.
• Maintain, operate and calibrate high-pressure, high-temperature lab equipment.
• Perform material compatibility tests with various solvents and chemicals.
• Assist on sample preparation for failure analysis based on customer request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree