Pilot Chemist - ICD

Description

Summary:

Aquatech’s work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future.  We do this by delivering process technology solutions that help the world’s most recognized companies achieve their production goals by applying innovative approaches that minimize the water and carbon footprint. Learn more at www.aquatech.com

Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time Pilot Chemist to work in our Hartland, WI office location.

The Pilot Chemist will report to the Lab Manager. The ideal candidate will have safe working habits, good communication and organization skills, the ability to interpret instructions, and attention to detail. The Pilot Lead will perform the job duties listed in the description below and will be considered a non-exempt employee.

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, or other related field OR Associate in Applied Science Degree with strong chemistry/science course work OR Non-degreed related work experience

Job Description:

PILOT OPERATIONS

• Conduct pilot and laboratory testing, ensuring that key performance indicators are met including operating conditions, sampling frequency, and testing quality.
• Operate small industrial equipment such as reactors, mixers, pumps, heaters, centrifuges, sieve shakers, and chillers.
• Coordinate regularly with engineering to define pilot goals and provide testing updates.
• Analyze data and author laboratory test reports
• Author operating procedures, drawings, and pilot guidelines
• Ensuring a safe working environment at all times and that all safety policies are being followed

LABORATORY TESTING

• Conduct analytical testing of samples, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of results. 
• Perform bench-top testing and detailed measurements on samples from pilot testing to determine key properties including viscosity, boiling point elevation, specific gravity, pH, and particle size distribution.
• Conduct analytical chemistry tests including titrations, solids composition analysis, and crystal characterization.
• Record precise notes and observations during testing, performing calculations, and preparing reports summarizing testing procedures, observations, and results

EQUIPMENT STEWARDSHIP

• Design, assemble, and build pilot test apparatus
• Perform regular maintenance on equipment critical to pilot operations' success
• Perform mechanical work requiring the use of wrenches, power tools, and hand tools to assemble, disassemble, and inspect pilot equipment

Skill Requirements:  

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to be hands-on and to carry out tasks with minimal monitoring
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts as needed by testing
• Ability to work weekdays and weeknights and overtime as required by testing
• Possess good organizational skills
• Possess strong mechanical aptitude

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401 (k) plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Physical Job Demands:

Lifting/carrying/moving 50 pounds, will need to climb ladders, and will need to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the laboratory. Needs a high degree of concentration in a laboratory setting. 

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, or other related field OR Associate in Applied Science Degree with strong chemistry/science course work OR Non-degreed related work experience