Automotive Fluid Analysis Chemistry Laboratory Engineer

About the role

Amentum is recruiting an Automotive Fluid Analysis Chemistry Laboratory Engineer to work in Dearborn, MI, in a salaried UAW Laboratory at Ford Central Laboratory. It is an entry-level, full-time, onsite position acting as a resource for chemical-related issues in a laboratory setting.

Key responsibilities

• Analyze automotive fluids such as engine oils and transmission fluids
• Learn and perform automotive fluid testing using specialized equipment, including elemental analysis, total acid and base number, viscosity, fuel dilution and oxidation/nitration
• Analyze tail-pipe emission compounds using HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography)
• Longer term, possibly expand into failure analysis of automotive components to identify root causes of production, durability and warranty issues

Required profile

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
• Demonstrated ability to maintain analytical instrumentation
• Ability to multitask and handle technical issues
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with others

What we offer

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching
• Educational reimbursement and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan, tax-saving options, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance
• Benefits may vary by employment type, location and applicable agreements