Job Title: Lab Executive - Compressed Biogas Plant
Job Description
Company Overview:
LR Energy is a forward-thinking and innovative renewable energy company dedicated to advancing sustainable solutions that drive environmental and economic benefits. We are seeking a motivated and skilled Renewable Energy Funding Specialist to join our team and play a crucial role in securing funding opportunities for our cutting-edge projects.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Lab Executive to join our Compressed Biogas Plant team. The Lab Executive will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and accurate analysis of biogas and other relevant samples. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, recording data, and assisting in the overall operation of the biogas plant's laboratory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sample Collection and Preparation:
- Collect biogas, slurry, digestate samples and other relevant materials from different points in the plant.
- Prepare and label samples for analysis according to established protocols.
2. Laboratory Analysis:
- Perform a range of analytical tests on biogas samples, including gas composition, calorific value, impurity levels, and moisture content.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instruments such as muffle furnace, hot air oven, pH meter, weighing balance, DO meter, COD digester, BOD analyser, high-performance liquid chromatograph, gas chromatograph, calorimeters, moisture analysers, etc.
- Adhere to safety protocols while handling and analysing potentially hazardous samples.
3. Data Recording and Reporting:
- Record test results accurately and maintain organized and detailed laboratory records.
- Prepare technical reports summarizing test findings and analysis outcomes.
- Collaborate with the engineering and operations teams to communicate results and contribute to process improvements.
4. Equipment Maintenance:
- Clean and maintain laboratory equipment regularly to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
- Calibrate and troubleshoot instruments as needed, under the guidance of the Lab Manager.
5. Quality Control and Assurance:
- Participate in quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of laboratory results.
- Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to its refinement when necessary.
6. Safety and Compliance:
- Adhere to safety guidelines, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and handling materials safely.
- Comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations related to laboratory operations.
7. Inventory Management:
- Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, chemicals, and reagents, and assist in procurement as needed.
8. Continuous Learning:
- Stay updated with advancements in biogas analysis techniques and technology.
- Attend relevant training sessions and workshops to enhance knowledge and skills.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Biotechnology or a related field.
- Proven experience working (1+ year) in a laboratory setting, preferably in the field of gas analysis, slurry analysis or similar.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment operation and maintenance.
- Understanding of analytical techniques such as alkalinity, total solids, volatile solids, chemical oxygen demand, biological oxygen demand, buffering capacity, high-performance liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, etc.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data recording and analysis.
- Ability to follow SOPs and safety protocols rigorously.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in using basic computer software and data analysis tools.
Location: Karnal, Haryana
Hiring Manager:
Dr. Shikha Dahiya
Senior Research Associate Research & Development
Join our dynamic team and contribute to the growth of innovative renewable energy solutions that positively impact our planet and communities.
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