Basic FunctionPetro-Canada Lubricants Inc. (PCLI), an HF Sinclair company, is seeking a full-time, entry level Research Technologist. Reporting to the Product Development Manager, the Research Technologist will provide laboratory support for lubricant product research and development.Job DutiesLubricant product development laboratory supportAssist in formulation developmentBlending of prototype product samples including both small‑scale and large‑scale (pilot blending plant) blendsExecute physical testing of samples and coordinate testing with external laboratoriesDevelop, implement and maintain test methods for use in lubricant product development, problem solving and customer assistanceDisplay good laboratory bench techniques and show initiative in carrying out tasksDocument and maintain records of all blends and test resultsMaintain and organize laboratory including additive inventoryWork collaboratively with product specialists, technicians and technologistsProvide product issue resolution support and collaborate within the organization to solve problemsAdhere to all safety, quality (ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949) and environmental (ISO 14001) procedures in the laboratory, document and maintain recordsSpecial assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion.ExperienceExperience in a chemical or petroleum product laboratory environmentExperience in implementation and testing requirements of ASTM International standardized test methods for lubricants and related productsExperience in method development, validation and quality system documentationPreferred ExperienceHands‑on maintenance and troubleshooting experience in FTIR,



HPLC and GC‑MSIndustry experience in Analytical Chemistry and Analytical InstrumentationsExperience in implementation and testing requirements of American Standard Test Method (ASTM)Experience in method development and validationPrevious experience in lubricants products analysisEducation LevelBachelor of Science degree or Diploma in Chemical or Chemical Engineering TechnologyRequired SkillsDemonstrate knowledge and capability in lubricant formulation development, sample blending and testingExcellent laboratory bench technique and ability to handle multiple tasks in parallelExcellent computer skills for preparing data for analysis and building and maintaining spreadsheets and reportsAbility to work well within a team and independently is critical to successDemonstrate solid written and verbal communication skillsSelf‑starter, willing to take the initiative on new tasks and projectsWork ConditionsPrimarily work in a laboratory environment with occasional work in a pilot blending plant environmentThe salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 annually, based on experience and qualificationsPhysical RequirementsJob conditions require standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making accurate hand and finger movements, lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs., pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs., perceiving color differences. Job conditions may require twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching or grasping, and working in confined spaces as permitted.Equal Opportunity EmployerHF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Research Technologist - $60,000 - $70,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Petro-Canada Lubricants
📍 Winnipeg