Laboratory Technologist

Job overview

The Laboratory Technologist role is an onsite position in Spring, TX, at ExxonMobil’s Houston Campus. Compensation is not specified. The role supports research and technology development through laboratory experimentation and analysis. The technologist generates technical data and supports evaluation of materials, processes, and technologies from concept through pilot-scale readiness. Working with scientists and engineers, the role operates laboratory equipment, analyzes samples, maintains instruments and records, and follows laboratory safety and quality procedures.

What you'll do

• Execute laboratory experiments and test methods
• build, operate, and evaluate laboratory-scale components, reactors, and prototype systems
• support development and characterization of materials, catalysts, electrochemical systems, and carbon capture technologies
• analyze fluid, chemical, and material samples using wet chemistry and analytical techniques
• troubleshoot and maintain equipment
• perform sample preparation and characterization
• manage chemical, sample, and spare-parts inventories
• document and report results
• follow laboratory safety requirements, quality systems, SOPs, and chemical hygiene protocols.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

laboratory technologist

laboratory research

chemical analysis

wet chemistry

catalysts

carbon capture

laboratory reactors

ftir

gc

nmr

spring tx

exxonmobil

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health and wellness coverage, retirement savings with company match, pension, relocation support when applicable, learning opportunities, mentorship, and professional development.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related scientific discipline and laboratory experience through coursework, internships, research, or professional work. Relevant techniques include FTIR, GPC, GC, NMR, thermal analysis, and surface characterization; reactor or pilot-scale experience is preferred.

About the employer

ExxonMobil is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing. Sector: 32.