At SPL, the work you do matters. Our teams provide trusted energy and environmental testing and measurement solutions that protect communities, support critical infrastructure, and safeguard the environment. With a nationwide footprint and opportunities for growth across multiple locations and disciplines, SPL is a place where you can build a career while making a real-world impact.

We’re searching for a motivated Laboratory Analyst to support our energy laboratory team in Artesia, NM.

In this role, you’ll be actively engaged in daily laboratory operations, supporting critical testing through sample preparation, analytical testing, and accurate documentation within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). You’ll work hands-on with laboratory instrumentation, contribute to quality and compliance initiatives, and help maintain a safe, efficient, and well-organized laboratory environment. This position offers the opportunity to strengthen technical expertise, collaborate with an experienced team, and directly contribute to reliable, high-quality results that support essential laboratory operations.

What You’ll Do

• Perform sample preparation and analytical testing in accordance with approved methods, SOPs, and quality standards
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform routine maintenance on laboratory instrumentation to ensure accuracy and reliability
• Perform data entry, documentation, and review of test results within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and other designated systems
• Support laboratory quality system by following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), assisting with audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Adhere to safety and compliance protocols to maintain a safe and efficient laboratory environment
• Assist with general laboratory housekeeping, inventory management, and cross-training as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or relevant scientific discipline; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Previous hands-on analytical laboratory experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, standardized analytical methods, and analytical data interpretation is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic computer applications
• Experience with LIMS systems is a plus

Work Schedule

• Full-time, onsite position following a Monday - Friday schedule
• Flexibility to work beyond standard hours as operational needs require

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 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 not able 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.