Lead Chemist

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of Champion

X on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with Champion

X and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for a highly motivated Lead Chemist in our Reservoir and Drilling Chemicals (RDC) RD&E group located in Sugar Land, Texas
. The Lead Chemist will provide chemical solutions to our customers and lead new product development related to the Well Construction (cementing & drilling) product lines. The Lead Chemist will also support field evaluation at customer sites, manufacturing and supply chain support, and customer-facing technical support. The ideal candidate is highly versatile, communicates effectively, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

If you are a passionate professional that likes to work in an autonomous, hands‑on environment, we invite you to apply. This is your opportunity to join a growing company offering a competitive base salary and benefits.

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth.
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best.
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety‑focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world.
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, and more!

• Perform work in a safe manner while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Deliver innovative solutions to customer problems related to Cementing & Drilling applications.
• Develop new Cementing & Drilling products through synthesis, formulation, and testing.
• Manage mid‑high complexity projects once established.
• Support entire product life cycle, including both laboratory and field technical support.
• Communicate technical recommendations or test results to a wide range of audiences including internal and external customers.
• Work effectively in a team environment with cross‑functional members.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Geology, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or related fields with 5+ years of experience; or M.S. in Chemistry, Geology, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or related fields with 7+ years of experience; or a B.S. with 9+ years of experience.
• Experience with drilling fluids additives for Oil and Water based drilling fluids.
• Experience formulating products for the oil and gas or related industries.
• Ability to operate independently and as a part of a high‑functioning team.
• Ability to work with business counterparts to support our customers and new technology adoption.
• Demonstrated expertise in driving multiple initiatives to completion with quick, impactful results..
• Immigration sponsorship not available for this role.

• Experience in well construction and completion (application, formulation and/or testing).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and track record of successful innovation in the form of conference papers and/or patents.
• Product development experience with taking a product from lab scale to commercial scale.
• Prior experience with mentoring and training other scientists.
• Detail orientated and excellent time management skills
• Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both within and outside the business.

• Role is deemed safety‑sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing

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