Senior Chemical Technician-PRE

PFX Group • Danbury, CT

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled chemist or chemical technician to join our R&D team supporting the high-growth AI/Data Center and Battery Electric Vehicle liquid cooling markets. The ideal candidate will have a degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field and hands-on experience in a wet chemistry and E-Chem laboratory setting. The selected candidate will work independently, under the supervision of senior lab members supporting existing product production and new product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, biology, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial, chemical laboratory setting (specialty chemical, automotive fluids, cleaning products, petrochemical, etc.)
• Proficiency in wet chemistry laboratory techniques.
• Familiarity with liquid cooling strategies for AI data centers and/or EVs
• Attention to detail, cleanliness, and organization within the workspace
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for data reporting and collaboration.
• Curiosity, willingness to learn, and self-motivated.
• Flexible, and resilient towards shifting demands and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Blend and prepare data center thermal management fluids for testing and qualification.
• Support key industry customers/partners through laboratory testing and data.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures in a laboratory environment.
• Independently set up, execute, teardown, and report testing results according to industry standard test methods (e.g ASTM).
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Support operations and manufacturing improvements for data center and EV heat transfer fluid products.
• Maintain proper experimental documentation, sample traceability, and laboratory notebook best practices.
• Manage incoming samples, sheppard to analytical department, organize, and report results to supervisor/team members.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, effectively communicating results and insights.
• Assist in the documentation and intellectual property protection of research findings and experimental procedures.

Benefits

• Be part of an innovative R&D team shaping the future of EV and Data Center thermal management.
• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth.
• Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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