Job Title: Advanced Technologist - Organic Deposit Analysis
Location: The Woodlands, TX
Zip Code: 77381

Description:

Business Unit: GE Infrastructure, Water & Process Technologies
Function: Engineering/Technology
Location: The Woodlands, TX
Job #: 803232
Posted: Aug 12, 2008 Responsibilities

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The Advanced Technologist will perform organic characterization on samples from water and hydrocarbon process treatment programs using solvent extraction, Infrared spectroscopy and organic elemental analysis.

* Interpret IR spectra, access the organic composition, correlate with microbiological and inorganic data to identify source of deposition or contamination in the treatment system.

* Review results and prepare final analytical reports to field reps to provide solution / recommendation to customers.

* Assist laboratory technician in petroleum analysis.

* Review and validate analytical results for oil samples.

* Assist and direct laboratory technicians on day-to-day analysis and laboratory operation.

* Perform maintenance repair and troubleshoot problems on laboratory equipment.

* Track samples, projects or processes effectively and prioritizes based on business criticality.

* Provide technical guidance, direction and training to new and experienced technologists and technicians.

* Provide timely communications on significant issues or developments in the laboratories.

* Evaluate and recommend new analytical instruments.

* Conduct method development / improvement projects.

* Perform technical development effort including planning and execution of experimental approach, analyzing data, monitoring and communicating project status to deliver project goals and milestones.

* Provide technical product support, customer service and non-routine problem solving for above industrial applications.

* Provide general analytical support and technical consultation to field reps and technical engineers on organic and petroleum analysis related problems.

* Translate customer requirements and needs into unique technology solutions.

* Comply with ISO 2001 operating guideline and maintain EHS practice at VPP standard.
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Qualifications

* BS or MS Degree in Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Material Science, or other chemistry discipline.

* At least one year of experience in Infrared Spectroscopy and spectral interpretation.

* At least one year of experience in analytical laboratory operation and instrumentation.

Desired

Familiar with petroleum analysis.

* 2+ years of Industrial experience.

* Expertise in industrial water treatment applications.

* Experience in LIMS (laboratory information management system) software's.

* Knowledge of hydrocarbon refining and processing.

* Experience in leading and completing technical projects.

* Strong interpersonal skills with ability to multi-task and handle diverse responsibilities and work independently in a fast paced environment.

* Excellent conceptual problem solving skills with ability to consider overall problem, identify opportunities and implement major changes.

* Self-motivating and ability to work independently and in a team.

* Strong oral and written communication skills and able to effectively communicate ideas in both a research and customer environment.

* Ability to generates alternative solutions to problems and takes reasonable risks using advanced scientific concepts for product and process innovation.

* Strong environmental, health and safety ethics.
General

Responsibilities Continued:

* The Advanced Technologist for Organic Deposit Analysis will direct laboratory technicians to perform daily deposit and oil sample analysis.

* Interpret IR spectra and prepare reports to characterize the organic components of solid samples from corrosion, fouling and contamination in boiler, cooling, wastewater or hydrocarbon process systems.

* Learn and apply Lean Six Sigma processes and tools for solving problems and to develop high quality, innovative technology solutions that meet customer requirements and needs.

* Consult the field reps and engineers on solving these problems.

* Provide training and coaching to laboratory technicians.

* Perform repair and maintenance on laboratory equipment.

About Us:

* GE Infrastructure, Water & Process Technologies, a unit of General Electric Company, is an industry leader in solving the world's most pressing water reuse, industrial, irrigation, municipal, and drinking water needs. Through desalination, advanced membrane, separation solutions, and water reuse and wastewater management and process technologies, GE delivers added value to its customers.

* The Woodlands is known for being one of the 1st master planned communities in the US. Our beautiful suburb offers a wide range of housing options and our high school (TWHS) is ranked 760 on Newsweek's 2007 list of the 1000 Best High Schools in America. We're a community with everything at your fingertips in a wooded setting just 30 minutes outside of the city of Houston. Come see why we love The Woodlands! http:// [link removed]

GE is an equal opportunity employer, offering a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation.

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