Technician Specialist

W. R. Grace & Co.•Columbia, MD

5d•$55,208 - $75,911•Onsite

About The Position

Grace is seeking a Technician Specialist to join its Catalyst Evaluations Research and Services team in Columbia, Maryland. Reporting to the laboratory supervisor, this hands-on laboratory role supports catalyst and petroleum testing for the Fluid Catalytic Cracking portion of the Refining Technologies business. The testing supports new product development, customer reformulation, and customer technical support. The role may rotate among several laboratory areas and involves safely handling chemicals and operating laboratory and pilot equipment to generate testing and product-performance data. The schedule rotates between first shift (7 a.m. to 3 p.m. for two weeks) and second shift (3 p.m. to 11 p.m. for two weeks). Requests to work only second shift will be considered. Limited overtime may be required. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization; visa sponsorship and transfer are not available.

Requirements

High school diploma and at least 4 years of relevant experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or skilled trade; or an associate degree and at least 2 years in a technical field; or a bachelor's degree.
Ability to work a rotating shift and limited overtime.
Ability to follow safety protocols and standards in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials.
Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing stairs and ladders.
Willingness to wear personal protective equipment, including protective eyewear, steel-toed shoes, and a lab coat.
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in science, technology, or math.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical items or equipment.
Experience implementing improvements in laboratory operations.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot and repair lab-scale equipment.
Desire for continuous improvement of laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain FCC testing equipment, including DCR (Davison Circulating Riser), ACE Catalyst testing units, fluidization test units, and Steam Deactivation units.
Conduct analytical testing on petroleum feeds and slurries.
Log in customer and internal samples.
Conduct specialized catalyst, feedstock, and/or product testing, including gas chromatography analysis and elemental analysis.
Keep complete and accurate records of work performed.
Maintain a safe and orderly workplace and update safety documentation and procedures as necessary.