Lab Analyst – Petroleum Testing (Crude Assay)

Description

At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams deliver trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that support critical infrastructure, protect communities, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and strong growth opportunities, SPL offers a clear path to building a meaningful career with real-world impact. Our laboratories operate in a high-performance, quality-driven environment, producing precise, reliable results aligned with industry standards.

We are seeking an experienced Lab Analyst II to join our Houston, TX laboratory, supporting high-impact crude assay and petroleum testing operations.

In this role, you’ll play a key role in crude oil assay operations, performing ASTM-based testing and atmospheric and vacuum distillation, including work with TAPS (Trans-Alaska Pipeline System) crude streams. You’ll operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, ensuring precise data capture and reporting in LIMS, while actively supporting quality initiatives through data review and identification of out-of-specification results. This position plays a vital role in sustaining crude assay operations and delivering high-quality data that powers operational performance and drives client success.

What You’ll Do

• Perform crude oil assay testing in accordance with established methods and internal procedures 
• Conduct atmospheric and vacuum distillation using ASTM D2892 and/or D5236 
• Support and sustain TAPS (Trans-Alaska Pipeline System) crude assay processes 
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and equipment 
• Document, validate, review, and report analytical results in LIMS, including identification of out-of-specification (OOS) conditions 
• Support quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) programs, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives 
• Maintain proper sample handling, labeling, and chain of custody procedures 
• Assist with general laboratory operations, including inventory, housekeeping, and cross-training 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline; equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered in lieu of degree
• 1–2 years of experience with crude assay and/or distillation processes required, including ASTM D2892 and/or D5236
• Proven hands-on analytical laboratory experience in petroleum, crude oil, hydrocarbon, or oil & gas environments 
• Experience working with TAPS (Trans-Alaska Pipeline System) crude streams strongly preferred 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly  pay
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Generous 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, onsite position
• Must have flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and/or overtime as needed based on operational needs and demands

Our Commitment to Diversity & 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 accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or 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.