Analytical Chemist Environmental Laboratory
Round Rock, TX - USA
Job Summary
At SPL the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities support critical infrastructure and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.
Were seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist to join our environmental laboratory in Round Rock TX.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Chemist who thrives in a fast-paced high-volume laboratory environment and is passionate about hands-on analytical instrumentation complex problem-solving and delivering high-quality data that directly supports environmental compliance public safety and critical regulatory decision-making.
What Youll Do
- Perform analysis on environmental and quality control samples in accordance with EPA methods and laboratory procedures
- Prepare digest and process samples using approved analytical methods SOPs and regulatory protocols
- Operate calibrate troubleshoot and maintain analytical instrumentation
- Review interpret validate and document analytical data within LIMS
- Perform QA/QC checks and identify instrument drift matrix interferences analytical discrepancies or sample anomalies requiring corrective action
- Support method development transfer verification optimization and troubleshooting activities
- Assist with CAPA investigations SOP updates audits and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and collaborate with team members to meet turnaround times and productivity goals
- Perform additional duties as assigned
What Were Looking For
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry Environmental Science or a related scientific discipline
- 2 years of professional analytical laboratory experience in a regulated environment
- Proven hands-on experience operating calibrating maintaining and troubleshooting analytical instrumentation including ICP-MS GC-MS GC HPLC and IC
- Demonstrated experience with analytical method development optimization validation verification and implementation
- Working knowledge of laboratory quality systems including QA/QC data review documentation and regulatory compliance
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Medical dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid life AD&D and disability insurance
- Paid time off sick leave and paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Work Schedule
- Full-time on-site position
- Ability to work outside of scheduled hours as required to meet operational or workload needs
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At SPL we believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications merit and business needs without regard to race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process please let us know.
Visa Sponsorship
At this time SPL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. We sincerely appreciate your interest and understanding and we encourage you to explore other opportunities with us that may be a fit in the future.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
SPL is a national provider of energy laboratory services, environmental testing, and measurement solutions. For more than 80 years, SPL has supported energy producers, municipalities, industrial facilities, and environmental professionals with accurate, defensible data used for regula ... View more