Material Synthesis & Characterization Technologist

ExxonMobil • Spring, TX

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About The Position

The Material Synthesis & Characterization Technologist operates small reaction systems and benchtop laboratory process units to support materials synthesis, and characterizes catalytic materials using advanced analytical techniques. The role provides research teams with data on thermal stability, surface properties, and active site density to support the research, development, and optimization of catalytic materials.

The technologist manages benchtop formulation and/or laboratory reactor operations, safely and efficiently carrying out experimental programs defined by researchers. Responsibilities also include maintaining reactor systems and analytical equipment; troubleshooting, designing, and modifying units; and managing spare-part and chemical inventories. The position requires succinct technical writing, electronic file management, the ability to understand complex unit P&IDs and draw unit flow diagrams, and clear communication about scientific observations, experimental plans and results, and equipment and material design concepts.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with pressurized equipment, pumps, compressors, gauges and sensors, piping, computerized unit controls and interfaces, data acquisition, and data processing.
• Hands-on laboratory operations experience, such as operating batch and continuous laboratory reactors interfaced with Honeywell and/or LabVIEW control systems, titration, distillation, filtration, chromatography, extraction, catalyst formulation, and working in a glove box.
• Hands-on experience with characterization techniques such as chemisorption, physisorption, GC, IR, NMR, DSC/TGA, XRD, or SEM.
• Knowledge of scientific concepts including gas laws, chemical concentrations, mass and energy balances, chemical formulas and equations, and scientific calculations for chemical preparations, mass balances, and quantification of chemical components.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and ability to use software for controlling laboratory hardware and performing scientific calculations.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, enjoy challenges, and commit to lifelong learning.
• Strong familiarity with safe laboratory practices and the handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals.
• Organized and punctual, with full responsibility for laboratory procedural compliance and maintaining a safe working environment.
• Ability to write succinctly, manage electronic files, understand complex unit P&IDs, draw unit flow diagrams, and communicate scientific and technical information.

Nice To Haves

• Organic and/or inorganic synthesis skills.
• Experience with advanced sorption modeling and thermal analysis software.
• Knowledge of heterogeneous catalysis and industrial applications.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Origin or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Operate small reaction systems and benchtop laboratory process units in support of materials synthesis.
• Characterize catalytic materials using advanced analytical techniques.
• Provide data on thermal stability, surface properties, and active site density to support research, development, and optimization of catalytic materials.
• Manage benchtop formulation and/or laboratory reactor operations and safely and efficiently execute experimental programs defined by researchers.
• Maintain reactor systems and analytical equipment; troubleshoot, design, and modify units; and manage spare-part and chemical inventories.
• Write concise technical documents and manage electronic files.
• Understand complex unit P&IDs and draw unit flow diagrams.
• Communicate scientific observations, experimental plans and results, and equipment and material design concepts.

Benefits

• Pension plan with automatic enrollment at no cost and a monthly retirement annuity.
• Savings plan allowing employee contributions of 6% to 20% of pay; the company contributes a 7% match when the employee contributes at least 6%.
• Workplace flexibility programs, including ad-hoc flexibility around when and where employees work, leaves of absence, and part-time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health programs and resources supporting wellbeing.
• Confidential professional counseling for employees and their families, including mental health and resiliency resources, at no additional cost.
• Disability plan providing income replacement for qualifying illness or injury, with automatic enrollment at no cost.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time