Chemist
Reference Number: 403534
Published Date: 08/07/2026
Job Type: Temporary
Industry: Architecture and Engineering
Hours: Full Time
Our client, a leader in the oil and gas industry, is seeking a Chemist to join their team. As a Chemist, you will be part of the Fluids Sustaining team supporting laboratory testing and product development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach, which will align successfully in the organization.
Job Title: Chemist
Location:Houston, Texas
Pay Range: $39
Schedule: M-F from 8AM - 5PM
Onsite
What's the Job?
- Perform laboratory-scale testing and investigations to develop and sustain drilling and completion fluid product lines.
- Manage individual technical projects with minimal oversight, ensuring timely and accurate results.
- Design, optimize, and mix drilling and completion fluid formulations on lab scale.
- Conduct laboratory testing using temperature and pressure conditions, following API recommended practices.
- Prepare technical reports, analyze data, and draw meaningful conclusions to support product development.
What's Needed?
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in drilling and completion fluids laboratory testing or operations.
- Knowledge of API recommended practices for drilling and completion fluids testing.
- Strong data analysis skills, with experience in statistical analysis preferred.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment focused on industry-leading solutions.
- Engage in meaningful projects that impact the development of critical oilfield products.
- Collaborate with a diverse and talented team committed to safety and excellence.
- Access to ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.
- Be part of a company recognized for its commitment to diversity and ethical practices.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!
About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.
ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.
