Assistant Manager - Lab Technologist

What we offer

At Evonik, you’re part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow’s medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents, additives for plastics recycling or membranes to help drive forward the energy transition, you’ll play an essential part in helping the world’s most essential industries succeed.

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Job Title : Assistant Manager - Lab Technologist

Business Line : Oil Additives

Entity : Evonik India Pvt. Ltd.

Work location : Thane

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform lubricants blend optimization studies to achieve desired performance.
• Conduct necessary lab testing to measure physical, mechanical and chemical properties of the formulated lubricating oil
• Prepare summarized test reports and data presentation for communication with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks, test protocols and test reports
• Coordination with 3rd party lab and global R&D team as and when required
• Create and update SOPs, test methods and calibration records
• Perform routine calibration, performance check and preventive maintenance of lab equipment
• Participate in lab audits and round robin test programs as and when necessary
• Follow EHS guidelines related to lab testing, chemical handling and waste disposal 

Education & Experience Required

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Engineering (preferably Mechanical Engineering).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in lubricant formulation and testing.
• Experience in tribology is preferred.

Technical & Operational Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of lubricant specifications, formulations, and test methods across automotive and industrial lubricant segments.
• Understanding of internal processes and interfaces, including workshops, ordering processes, and facility management.
• Proficiency in presentation techniques and stakeholder communication.
• Experience in project management and cross-functional coordination.

Key Competencies

• Lubricant formulation and product development
• Tribology and performance testing
• Technical problem-solving
• Project execution and coordination
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Stakeholder management

Your Application
 

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