LNG Senior Lab Analyst in Port Arthur, Texas at SOUTHERN PETROLEUM LABS

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We’re seeking an experienced Senior Lab Analyst to join our team and play a key role in the commissioning and startup of an exciting new liquefied natural gas (LNG) laboratory operation in Port Arthur, TX.

This is a unique opportunity to help build and establish a laboratory from the ground up. You’ll contribute to critical startup activities including laboratory readiness, implementation of analytical workflows and operating procedures, instrumentation setup and troubleshooting, process standardization, and development of effective day-to-day laboratory practices. As the operation progresses, you’ll help shape the technical systems, processes, and standards that support safe, accurate, efficient, and reliable laboratory performance while helping transition the lab from commissioning and startup into a fully established 24/7/365 operating environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support workflow implementation, equipment setup, and operational startup activities during laboratory commissioning
• Perform advanced sample preparation, analytical testing, and quality control activities supporting laboratory operations
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and analytical equipment
• Review, document, and interpret analytical data and results in LIMS
• Identify and resolve analytical issues, including data anomalies, out-of-control conditions, instrument problems, and non-routine testing concerns
• Provide day-to-day technical guidance and workflow support to laboratory personnel to promote consistent, efficient, and reliable laboratory operations
• Provide technical guidance, workflow support, training, and mentoring to laboratory personnel on analytical methods, instrumentation, quality requirements, and troubleshooting
• Support workload prioritization, workflow coordination, and daily laboratory operations in partnership with laboratory leadership
• Assist with the development, revision, and implementation of SOPs, analytical workflows, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support quality assurance activities, including audits, investigations, corrective actions, and other quality system requirements
• Provide technical support related to sample intake, analytical services, and client inquiries, as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline
• 3+ years of progressive, hands-on analytical laboratory experience, preferably within liquefied natural gas (LNG), natural gas, hydrocarbon, petrochemical, or related energy laboratory environments
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership, training, mentoring, workflow coordination, or team lead support
• Strong proficiency in laboratory instrumentation, analytical methods, data interpretation, and resolution of technical and analytical issues
• Proven experience supporting audits, investigations, corrective actions, and process improvement initiatives in a regulated laboratory environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and LIMS

Work Schedule & Environment

• Full-time, onsite position
• Initial commissioning and startup schedule (~ 3-4 months): Monday - Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating day or night shifts, including weekends and holidays, once 24/7/365 operations begin

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

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