A lubricants manufacturing operation in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Lab Chemist responsible for the testing, analysis, and quality control of raw materials, in-process blends, and finished lubricant products. This hands-on laboratory role works closely with Production, Quality Control, and Operations to ensure every batch meets required technical specifications before release.
About the Role – Lubricants Laboratory Testing
Industry Focus: Lubricants manufacturing, blending, and oil-related operations
Core Function: Testing and quality control of base oils, additives, blends, and finished products
Standards Compliance: ASTM, API, SAE, and other applicable lubricant industry standards
Cross-Team Collaboration: Works closely with Production, Quality Control, Operations, and Maintenance
Testing Scope: Viscosity, viscosity index, density, flash point, pour point, water content, TAN, TBN
Career Growth in Petroleum & Lubricants Testing
Strategic Location: Sharjah – a growing industrial and manufacturing hub in the UAE
Specialized Focus: Build deep expertise in lubricant and petroleum-product testing methods
Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience with COAs, OOS investigations, and root-cause analysis
Career Growth: Strong path into senior laboratory chemist and QA/QC leadership roles
Position Overview
The Lab Chemist is responsible for the testing, analysis, and quality control of raw materials, in-process blends, and finished lubricant products at a UAE lubricants manufacturing operation. The role requires a hands-on laboratory professional with strong knowledge of lubricant testing, laboratory procedures, and applicable industry standards, working closely with Production, Quality Control, and Operations to ensure every batch meets required technical specifications before release.
Why This Role Matters: As Lab Chemist at this Sharjah lubricants manufacturer, you ensure every batch of lubricant meets strict ASTM, API, and SAE technical specifications before release, build specialized expertise in viscosity, TAN/TBN, and flash point testing methods, take ownership of out-of-specification investigations and root-cause analysis, and build a strong career in a specialized, technically demanding petroleum laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Testing & Analysis
- Conduct laboratory testing and analysis of base oils, additives, blended lubricants, and finished products
- Perform routine physical and chemical analysis in accordance with approved test methods and specifications
- Test key lubricant properties including viscosity, viscosity index, density, flash point, pour point, water content, TAN, and TBN
Raw Material & In-Process Quality Control
- Inspect and test incoming raw materials to verify compliance with approved specifications before production use
- Conduct in-process testing during blending and provide technical recommendations when adjustments are required
- Test finished products and confirm compliance with product specifications prior to release
OOS Investigation & Documentation
- Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results and assist in root-cause analysis and corrective actions
- Prepare and maintain accurate Certificates of Analysis (COAs), laboratory reports, test results, and batch records
- Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, testing procedures, and related documentation
Safety, R&D Support & Traceability
- Ensure proper identification, handling, storage, and disposal of laboratory chemicals and samples
- Support Production and R&D activities involving formulation, blending trials, and product development
- Ensure high standards of laboratory safety, cleanliness, and full traceability of samples and test results
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
Experience Requirements
- Proven experience as a Laboratory Chemist / Lubricants Lab Chemist, preferably within lubricants manufacturing, blending, or an oil-related environment
- Experience in raw-material inspection, in-process quality control, and finished-product testing
- Preferred: experience in lubricants blending and manufacturing, base oils, additives, automotive or industrial lubricants, petroleum laboratories, or oil testing laboratories
Essential Skills
- Strong practical knowledge of lubricant and petroleum-product testing methods
- Experience with laboratory instruments for viscosity, density, flash point, pour point, water, and TAN/TBN testing
- Good understanding of ASTM test methods and lubricant specifications
- Ability to investigate OOS results and support root-cause analysis and corrective actions
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and commitment to accurate documentation
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
About This Lubricants Manufacturing Opportunity
This Lab Chemist role is based at a lubricants manufacturing operation in Sharjah, UAE, focused on delivering high-quality base oils, additives, and finished lubricant products that meet ASTM, API, and SAE industry standards. The role offers hands-on exposure to the full testing lifecycle, from raw material inspection through in-process blending checks to finished-product release, working closely with Production, Quality Control, and Operations teams.
Career Excellence: Build a specialized laboratory chemistry career within the UAE’s growing lubricants and petroleum manufacturing sector.
Who Should Apply?
- Chemistry & Chemical Engineering Graduates: With hands-on lubricants or petroleum testing experience
- Petroleum Laboratory Technicians: Experienced in ASTM, API, and SAE testing standards
- Lubricants Blending QC Chemists: Comfortable with in-process and finished-product testing
- Oil Testing Laboratory Professionals: Skilled in viscosity, TAN/TBN, and flash point analysis
- Quality Control Specialists: With experience investigating OOS results and corrective actions
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