Chemical Engineer / Chemist - Base Oil & Lubricant Production

Description

• We are seeking an experienced Chemical Engineer or Chemist to join our waste oil recycling, base oil production, and lubricant manufacturing plant. The successful candidate will support production processes, conduct laboratory testing, and ensure consistent product quality.
• This position requires practical industry experience and hands-on laboratory skills, with a strong understanding of waste oil treatment, base oil production, and lubricant blending.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and support waste oil treatment and base oil production processes, including dehydration, vacuum distillation, bleaching, and filtration.
• Assess incoming waste oil and raw materials to determine their suitability for processing.
• Monitor process parameters and recommend adjustments to improve product quality, production yield, and operational efficiency.
• Prepare and improve lubricant blends according to approved formulations, including base oil selection, additive selection, and dosage calculations.
• Sample and test raw materials, in-process oils, base oils, and finished lubricants.
• Perform relevant laboratory tests, including viscosity at 40°C and 100°C, viscosity index calculations, density, flash point, pour point, water content, total acid number, and colour.
• Interpret laboratory results, compare them with approved specifications, and recommend corrective actions for non-conforming products.
• Investigate production problems, quality deviations, and inconsistent test results in coordination with production and maintenance teams.
• Operate laboratory equipment, perform routine calibration checks, and maintain accurate testing and maintenance records.
• Prepare laboratory reports, batch records, production reports, and certificates of analysis for review and approval.
• Maintain sample traceability and monitor laboratory chemicals, reagents, and consumables.
• Develop and follow standard operating procedures and support the training of production personnel.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety, chemical handling, environmental, and quality procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Industrial Chemistry.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in waste oil recycling, base oil production, lubricant manufacturing, or petroleum product testing.
• Demonstrable practical experience in waste oil-to-base oil processing and/or base oil-to-lubricant production.
• Strong hands-on laboratory skills, including the ability to operate relevant testing equipment and interpret results independently.
• Knowledge of lubricant formulations, additives, oil treatment processes, and product quality specifications.
• Familiarity with relevant ASTM or other approved laboratory test methods.
• Ability to identify process and quality problems and recommend practical corrective actions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and accurate technical reporting.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, accountability, and commitment to safe working practices.
• Ability to work effectively with production operators, laboratory personnel, and maintenance teams.

Note: CVs should clearly describe relevant industry experience, production processes and equipment used, laboratory instruments operated, and tests the applicant can perform independently.