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 seeking a motivated Laboratory Analyst II to join our lubricants and petroleum laboratory testing team in Coppell, TX.

In this role, you'll perform analytical testing on lubricants, used oils, greases, coolants, fuels, and related petroleum products that support equipment reliability, maintenance programs, and product quality initiatives across a variety of industries. As an intermediate-level laboratory professional, you'll independently perform routine and moderately complex analyses, evaluate data quality, troubleshoot instrumentation, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical professional who enjoys problem-solving, working with advanced laboratory instrumentation, and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced production laboratory environment.

What You’ll Do

• Perform analytical testing on lubricants, used oils, greases, coolants, fuels, and related petroleum products using ASTM methods and established laboratory procedures
• Prepare samples and operate laboratory instrumentation to generate accurate and timely analytical results
• Perform instrument calibrations, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting activities to ensure reliable operation
• Enter, review, validate, and maintain analytical data, sample tracking, chain-of-custody documentation, and laboratory records within the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Identify unusual findings, investigate discrepancies, and escalate issues as appropriate
• Support quality assurance programs, proficiency testing, audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with inventory management, reagent preparation, laboratory organization, and general operational support
• Cross-train on multiple analytical methods and testing platforms to support laboratory flexibility and growth
• Collaborate with laboratory leadership and team members to achieve quality, productivity, and turnaround-time objectives
• Maintain compliance with all laboratory safety, environmental, and quality requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field required; equivalent hands-on laboratory experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• 2+ years of professional hands-on analytical laboratory experience in lubricants, oil analysis, petroleum products, fuels, petrochemical operations, chemical manufacturing, or related laboratory environments
• Demonstrated experience operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation, including gas chromatography (GC), distillation, flash point analyzers, viscometers, or similar laboratory equipment
• Familiarity with ASTM test methods and laboratory quality systems preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), and general computer applications

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

Work Schedule

• Full-time, onsite position
• Flexibility to work outside of scheduled hours, including evenings or weekends, as required

Our Commitment to Diversity and 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 accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities or for sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please let us know.

Visa Sponsorship

At this time, SPL is unable 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.