Laboratory Engineer

Purpose of the Role: To conduct testing in laboratory including but not limited to production enhancement, swells, sand control, dissolvable materials, is done efficiently, safely and in a timely manner. To develop new test set-ups to meet the requirements of the company. Duties and Responsibilities: • Control of laboratory testing including setting up, planning, performing and reporting of the tests. • Deputise for Laboratory Team Lead as required. • Control of fluids, chemicals, consumables in the lab and ensure paperwork (MSDS, COSHH) is in order. • Ensuring appropriate QHSE paperwork is kept up to date including daily maintenance, calibrations and stock checks. • Control of testing for development & sustaining product lines projects within the given timeframe. • Perform elastomer QC testing for production facilities. • Development and implementation of new test processes, test set-ups and procedures in line with company project requirements. • Mentoring and supporting junior staff to improve competency across the team • Project support for all well completions product lines including but not limited to production enhancement, zonal isolation, sand and inflow control, dissolvable materials and PulseEight wireless technology. Essential Skills: • Excellent problem-solving abilities displaying a logical and pro-active response. • Show a strong understanding of testing requirements. • Strong communication skills and ability to deliver well written and constructed technical documentation. • Ability to use standard Microsoft office packages, e.g. excel, word, PowerPoint. • Demonstrate an ability to work unsupervised and exercise initiative to resolve potential problems. • Laboratory Experience with developing new test set ups and processes. • Minimum 5 years working in a laboratory environment Essential: Degree in engineering or oilfield discipline