Development Analyst
Core
Process and analyze oil, fuel, coolant, and water samples using wet chemistry and analytical techniques to support equipment preventive maintenance schedules for heavy equipment manufacturers.
Role type
Senior IC laboratory analyst (fuel and coolant testing)
Builds
Analytical data and test results for internal engineering teams and external dealers/customers
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial lubricants and fuel testing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
wet chemistry techniques, FTIR analysis, gas chromatography, titration (TBN/TAN/Karl Fisher), particle count analysis, viscosity analysis, ICP analysis, HPLC/IC analysis, instrument troubleshooting, ISO 9001 quality system knowledge, chemical hygiene plan compliance, sample registration and handling, data entry and LIMS transfer
Preferred skills
team lead experience, operations background in manufacturing or machining, direct/quality lab experience (e.g., pharmaceutical tech), computer skills
Technologies
FTIR, Gas Chromatography, Fuel Sulfur Analyzer, ICP, HPLC, IC, LIMS, Instrument Manager
Responsibilities
Process oil, fuel, and coolant samples using analytical and wet chemistry techniques; perform specific fuel and coolant tests (particle count, viscosity, oxidation stability, distillation, color, biodiesel properties, bacteria/fungus, nitrite titrations, pH, conductivity, RI); maintain instrument validation and troubleshooting; adhere to quality assurance and safety standards; manage sample lifecycle from receipt to disposal; interact with internal and external customers; log non-conforming samples and handle waste disposal compliance.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC