Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates (WJE) is seeking an enthusiastic Chemistry Laboratory Technician to join our materials Science team, based out of theJanney Technical Center (JTC) in Northbrook, Illinois.

WJE is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients around the world turn to us to solve the most significant, complex, and challenging problems in the built environment. With experience from more than 200,000 projects and unmatched laboratory and testing capabilities, WJE is recognized as a leader in delivering innovative, yet practical, solutions.

WJE's materials scientists provide comprehensive consulting services for the evaluation and testing of construction materials—both new and old. As a Chemistry Laboratory Technician, you will be an essential part of the team, supporting and working alongside industry-leading experts as we work to solve some of the most interesting challenges in the built world.

Responsibilities

• Perform wet chemical and instrumental analyses, under the guidance of experienced materials scientists, including: completing stoichiometric calculations, preparing chemical solutions of specified concentrations, weighing samples, and performing titrations

• Accurately record and organize data for analysis while exercising good judgment in assessing the reasonableness of test results

• Assume responsibility for key aspects of laboratory safety, maintenance, and quality assurance, including: setting up, operating, and maintaining laboratory instruments, cleaning glassware, and restocking laboratory supplies, reagents, and solutions

• Assist with the ISO 17025 quality assurance program

• Interface with project teams and disciplines across the company

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Chemistry

• 1–2 years of hands-on experience in a chemistry laboratory environment

• Solid foundation in basic analytical chemistry principles

Culture, Compensation, and Benefits: 

Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is a global firm of engineers, architects, and materials scientists. Clients worldwide seek ourexpertise to solve the most significant, interesting, and challenging problems in the built world. Our applied experience from more than 175,000 projects combined withunparalleled laboratory and testing capabilitieshave made WJE a leader in providing innovative yet practical solutions to the clients we serve. 

Working at WJE is a team endeavor characterized by a culture of trust and personal responsibility. We encourage open communication, continuous learning, innovative thinking, ongoing mentoring, and free-flowing collaboration. Weseekhighly talented and hard-working individuals who want to be challenged, who want hands-on work, who want to set a higher standard, and who want to be mentored by the industry’s most accomplished experts. People with outstandingCharacter, unwavering Commitment to our core and culture, strong Expertise, and genuine Enthusiasm for their work. 

Learn more about the Extraordinary People we hire at WJE at www.wje.com/careers

WJE offers a robust, total compensation structure, wherethe hourly rate is just onecomponent of an employee’s annual earnings. Additionally, employeesmay be eligible toreceiveovertime andvariable compensation based on personal and company performance, often resulting in above-market annual earnings.Actualhourly rate will be based on several factors including consideration for a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, andproficiency for the rolewhileremaining mindful of our commitment to internal equity. A good faith estimate of thestartinghourly rate (gross) for this position is in the followingrange:  

This non-exempt position is also eligible for WJE’s industry-leading, totalrewards package which enables our employees to grow and thrive with comprehensive health and financial benefits including:

• Robust and affordable health plans for employees and their families, including HSA as well as low and high-deductible PPO options

• Generous 401(k) matching of 110% for the first 6% of eligible pay vesting immediately

• Time off to care for yourself and others

• Investments in employees’ educational assistance and professional development

​Learn more about WJE’s total rewards packagehere. 

WJE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants to apply including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans (VEVRAA federal contractor).

WJE will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of Fair Chance Ordinances.