Fuels and Emissions Lab Engineer/Analytical Chemist

21h21 hours ago

General Motors

Milford, US · Full-time · $95,000 – $125,000

About this role

At General Motors, product teams redefine mobility through human-centered design, creating vehicles with breakthrough hardware, battery systems, intuitive design, and next-generation safety features. Every day, products move millions, making driving safer, smarter, and more connected. We seek a skilled Fuels and Emissions Lab Engineer/Analytical Chemist to analyze fuels and emissions using advanced methods.

In this hands-on role, apply chemistry expertise to analyze materials and unknown compounds, perform quality control, routine analysis, and new method development. Utilize creativity, experimental skills, and analytical abilities for project assignments. Document results in detail while maintaining instruments through preventive maintenance.

This onsite role requires reporting to Milford, Michigan 5 days a week. Consult with technical teams as an expert in chemical measurement and adhere to GM safety practices. Adapt to ambiguity, manage change, and establish timelines to meet internal and external customer expectations.

Apply problem-solving skills to analyze lab test data, diagnose issues, and implement changes. Keep up to date with new product and test technology advancements. Shape the future of global transportation through fuels and emissions expertise.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related field
2+ years of hands-on analytical chemistry experience in a laboratory environment
Practical experience performing sample preparation and operating analytical instrumentation for characterization of chemical materials and complex mixtures
Experience with Liquid Chromatography, and/or Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Instrumentation for Hydrocarbon speciation
Familiarity with ASTM standards related to fuels testing
Experience supporting emissions or fuel-economy programs through analysis of test samples, combustion data, or fuel property characterization

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on analysis of fuels and emissions samples using both standard and customized test methods
Maintain instruments and ensure their functional readiness through preventive maintenance and diagnostics
Write comprehensive reports detailing the results of the analysis
Establish timelines, targets, and course of action for projects/assignments to meet the expectations of internal and external customers
Consult with technical teams as an expert in chemical measurement
Apply problem-solving skills to analyze, diagnose, and recommend/implement changes based on analytical lab test data
Keep up to date with new product and test technology advancements
Maintain adherence to GM safety practices