Southwest Research Institute · 17 hours ago
ASSOCIATE TECHNICIAN - TECHNICIAN - Laboratory Technician
San Antonio, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expSouthwest Research Institute is the Petroleum Products Research Department in the Fuels and Lubricants Division. They are seeking an Associate Technician to perform laboratory testing on fuels and lubricants, ensuring quality control and compliance in the automotive industry.
Innovation ManagementMarket ResearchMechanical EngineeringNon ProfitProduct Research
Responsibilities
To ensure and improve the quality control, compliance and efficiency of petroleum products in the automotive industry
Communicate with lab supervisor and project managers to ensure project requirements and deadlines are met
Perform chemical and instrumental analyses on fuels, oils, and other petroleum products using standard test methods and Test Inspection Procedures (TIPs)
Complete testing in a safe manner by following safety practices and Environmental Management and Quality Systems
Support and manage adequate laboratory supply levels and assist in maintaining laboratory and instrumentation cleanliness
Perform test analysis in accordance with ASTM, TIP or laboratory procedures and specifications
Testing will also include reviewing and documenting calibration records, chemical expiration dates and QA values as valid before completing sample analysis
Use of various testing instrumentation/equipment including analytical balances and a variety of laboratory glassware such as flasks, cylinders, pipettes and beakers
Perform all tasks in a safe and efficient manner by following and adhering to safety practices, policies and procedures
Work on multiple tasks productively and effectively in a team or as an individual with limited direct supervision
Maintain laboratory stock by retrieving supplies from an on-site stockroom and ordering through a purchase requisition
Received chemicals will be input into a chemical inventory management system, labeled properly, and stored in designated chemical cabinets
Qualification
Required
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Chemistry courses are helpful
0-1 years: General computer experience required with a working knowledge of software including Excel, Word
Must be able to adhere to all safety requirements
Must be available to work shift work and overtime when needed
A valid/clear driver's license is required
Preferred
0-5 years: Experience working in a laboratory and knowledge of basic laboratory practices is preferred but not required
Company
Southwest Research Institute
Southwest Research Institute is an independent organization benefiting the government and others through innovative science and more.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.47MKey Investors
NASAUS Department of EnergyARPA-E
2025-03-11Grant· $3M
2023-06-09Grant· $2M
2022-12-14Series Unknown· $1.61M
Leadership Team
Walter D. Downing
Executive Vice President and COO
Alan Stern
Associate Vice President
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