Lubricating Oil Testing Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Engage with research, operations, and engineering entities to expand existing lubricant oil testing capabilities and business portfolio.
• Advanced characterization using various analytical techniques to characterize various lubricant samples using both established methods such as ASTM and more bespoke methods from within the industry.
• Work with lubricant formulators and molecular synthesis experts to develop integrated approaches to identifying and predicting those activities will affect the performance of finished products.
• Support ongoing lubricant research projects within the R&DC by providing technical expertise and/or analytical support.
• Develop new analytical methods for non-routine tests and assessments to meet Aramco’s operations and research needs.
• Develop and propose new methods to differentiate lubricant products for marketing purposes
• Integrate the R&DC lubricant laboratory within relevant industry inter-laboratory and quality schemes.
• Carry out investigative studies in matters related to lubricant quality concerns and in support of both production and operational issues.
• Utilize project management tools in setting work objectives, detailing experimental scope, and timely execution of the projects towards sound technical solutions.
• Mentor and coach junior scientists and technicians in the field of lubricant oil testing to develop sustainable competency within the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, PhD degree is preferred.
• Five years of experience in lubricant testing and development.
• Sound experience and hands-on skills in testing of finished lubricant formulations, base oils and lubricant additives; experience in lubricant formulation would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret the requirement of R&D, engineering, and operation entities and translate those into meaningful reports, recommendations and conclusions including guidance on future directions.
• Reasonable understanding of the overall lubricant industry landscape, including industry and OEM specifications and how they are responding to market changes.
• Proven track record of project delivery in technical support, research and technology development, and deployment in the area of lubricants.
• Ability to demonstrate technical authority and broad credibility, preferably including representation on test development activities with groups such as ASTM and with industry bodies, and with publications and/or patents.
• Experience with lubricants suppliers’ operations and processes involved in the formulation, blending, and production is favorable.