Lead Chemist - Pasadena, TX

Bureau Veritas • Pasadena, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the delegation of the Laboratory Manager, the Lead Chemist provides advanced technical expertise for routine and non-routine analytical methods, including setup, calibration, training, troubleshooting, and results interpretation. This role leverages problem-solving abilities to support Bureau Veritas's analytical and testing services, ensuring compliance with international standards and client requirements while upholding the company's commitment to excellence and integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related scientific discipline
• Minimum 8 years of related laboratory experience, including at least 3 years in the testing and inspection industry
• OR equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• Advanced knowledge of analytical chemistry and testing methodologies
• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and data management systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fuel testing, ASTM methods, or ISO/IEC standards

Responsibilities

• Ethics & Integrity: Exemplify and champion Bureau Veritas's Code of Ethics and professional standards
• Safety Leadership: Provide authoritative guidance on chemical safety, equipment operation, and testing protocols; ensure compliance with OSHA and industry safety standards
• Analytical Expertise: Develop and apply methodologies for complex analytical problems where published procedures are insufficient; validate new or modified methods
• Quality Assurance: Champion KPIs and quality management systems; assist in monitoring and assessing QA practices for continual improvement
• Training & Documentation: Document and train laboratory personnel and clients on standard and non-standard methodologies; maintain current knowledge of chemical literature and field developments
• Technical Support: Advise laboratory staff and clients on advanced analytical issues; troubleshoot instrumentation, SQC protocols, calibrations, and quality assurance systems
• Client Relations: Serve as a knowledgeable, professional Bureau Veritas representative to clients
• Operational Support: Perform Laboratory Technician and/or Supervisor functions as needed; assist with regulatory compliance and documentation
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process optimization and best practice development within the laboratory

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-matched Retirement plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
• Paid Parental Leave Up to 10 Weeks for Pregnancy
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Optional life and pet insurance
• EAP and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs
• Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level