Lead Chemist - Pasadena, TX

A WORLD LEADER IN TESTING, INSPECTION & CERTIFICATION SERVICES

Bureau Veritas offers dynamic, exciting employment opportunities with an attractive salary/benefit package and an opportunity to play a vital role with a global organization. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other non-job-related characteristics.

This position is responsible to ensure equal opportunity in employment in that all persons are treated equally and on the basis of merit, in decisions regarding selection, placement, promotions, training, work assignments, transfers and other personnel actions.

City: Pasadena, Tx 

State: Texas

Lead Chemist – Bureau Veritas

EXEMPT: Yes 

DIVISION: BV Fuels, North America 

REGION: Texas 

REPORTS TO: Laboratory Manager 

OFFICE: Pasadena, TX

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the delegation of the Laboratory Manager, the Lead Chemist provides advanced technical expertise for routine and non-routine analytical methods, including setup, calibration, training, troubleshooting, and results interpretation. This role leverages problem-solving abilities to support Bureau Veritas's analytical and testing services, ensuring compliance with international standards and client requirements while upholding the company's commitment to excellence and integrity.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Ethics & Integrity: Exemplify and champion Bureau Veritas's Code of Ethics and professional standards

- Safety Leadership: Provide authoritative guidance on chemical safety, equipment operation, and testing protocols; ensure compliance with OSHA and industry safety standards

- Analytical Expertise: Develop and apply methodologies for complex analytical problems where published procedures are insufficient; validate new or modified methods

- Quality Assurance: Champion KPIs and quality management systems; assist in monitoring and assessing QA practices for continual improvement

- Training & Documentation: Document and train laboratory personnel and clients on standard and non-standard methodologies; maintain current knowledge of chemical literature and field developments

- Technical Support: Advise laboratory staff and clients on advanced analytical issues; troubleshoot instrumentation, SQC protocols, calibrations, and quality assurance systems

- Client Relations: Serve as a knowledgeable, professional Bureau Veritas representative to clients

- Operational Support: Perform Laboratory Technician and/or Supervisor functions as needed; assist with regulatory compliance and documentation

- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process optimization and best practice development within the laboratory

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Step-up leadership as required by Laboratory Manager; may mentor junior technicians and oversee specific projects or shifts.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or related scientific discipline

- Minimum 8 years of related laboratory experience, including at least 3 years in the testing and inspection industry

- OR equivalent combination of education and professional experience

- Preferred: Experience with fuel testing, ASTM methods, or ISO/IEC standards

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

- Advanced knowledge of analytical chemistry and testing methodologies

- Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and data management systems

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform essential job functions:

- Regularly required: Walking, sitting, standing, using hands to operate equipment, talking, and hearing

- Lifting/Moving: Up to 50 pounds regularly

- Vision Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing duties, the employee:

- Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and with hazardous materials

- Regularly exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic and caustic chemicals

- Occasionally exposed to radiation risk and elevated noise levels

- Works in a laboratory setting with appropriate safety controls and personal protective equipment (PPE)

Bureau Veritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Full Time Hourly Remote

At Bureau Veritas, we are dedicated to ensuring our employees receive fair and competitive pay, accompanied by comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

Here's a breakdown of what we provide:

Pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Our Health and Welfare Benefits are designed to meet your needs, with eligibility starting on your first day of employment:

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-matched Retirement plan

Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Life Insurance and AD&D coverage

Paid Parental Leave Up to 10 Weeks for Pregnancy

Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Optional life and pet insurance

EAP and Total Wellbeing Lifestyle Programs

Tuition Assistance and/or Professional Development

Employee Discounts

This information is transparently provided in adherence to several state and local Equal Pay and Pay Transparency Laws.

Join us at Bureau Veritas, where your well-being and professional growth are our top priorities.

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We are happy to assist you and encourage you to consider Bureau Veritas for your next great career opportunity!

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