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Construction Materials Chemist

4 months ago

Mount Prospect, United States CTL Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are CTLGroup. We’re engineers, architects, scientists and consultants, established experts with unrivaled experience, knowledge and testing capabilities in structures and materials. Our integrated team is supported by one of the most sophisticated structural and building materials laboratories in the United States. We can consult or test, perform forensics or testify in court to solve our clients’ problems and support their goals. Our team delivers more than data. We deliver confidence our clients can build on.

Our engineers are amongst the top in the nation and help to find practical, effective solutions for clients across the world. We are seeking an experienced Structural Engineer to join our team to help us in continuing to provide top expertise for our broad base of clients. As a Structural Engineer at CTLGroup you will not only be a leader and mentor; you will also be part of building a dynamic culture that fosters growth.

This individual will report to the VP, Consulting Services, and will be located in Mount Prospect, Illinois.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Analyze Portland cement and related construction materials.
  • Manage client focused projects.
  • Select and perform appropriate routine or specialized laboratory procedures to prepare and run test specimens.
  • Explain test results.
  • Compile data for documentation of test procedures and prepare reports.
  • Calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot equipment, maintain logs and required documentation and report problems to Supervisor.
  • Effectively perform and monitor specialized and routine tests in the lab or field.
  • Demonstrate initiative by implementing alternative procedures, in coordination with the supervisor, to enhance efficiency.
  • Independently investigate unusual test results and report conclusions to supervisor.
  • Calibrate equipment, handle minor repairs and perform preventative maintenance per defined processes.
  • Arrange equipment repairs with an outside service as needed with supervisor’s approval.
  • Assist in training new hires and cross training of co-workers.
  • Demonstrate awareness of employee safety by performing duties in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Work on projects, create reports and provide test results to clients within a specified timeframe.


Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry
  • 5-10 years of relevant chemistry lab experience
  • Familiarity with standard wet chemistry techniques
  • Well versed in applying scientific methods and rules to solve problems.
  • Basic familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience in X-ray fluorescence and X-ray diffraction
  • Familiar with Calorimetry testing, Infrared Spectroscopy and Standard lab equipment.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • In depth knowledge of X-ray Diffraction and Fluorescence of construction materials, cement chemistry and construction materials; industrial minerals
  • Experience with the following: UV-Vis Spectroscopy, Auto titrator, Atomic Absorption, Thermal and Particle Size Analysis and Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectroscopy.


Physical and Travel Demands:

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds occasionally.
  • Exposure to prolonged standing and use of computer.
  • Work is performed in a laboratory environment and the following conditions may apply exposure to chemicals, noise, dust, variations in temperature and humidity, fumes and various types of equipment.
  • Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) whenever necessary.
  • May require working occasional overtime.

*This job description describes the general nature of the position. The above declarations are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, skills and abilities required to do the job.

CTLGroup provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.