Field Production Chemist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 19, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 31, 2026. ChampionX scores B on the Alion truth index.
Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.
We are looking for an experienced Field Production Chemist located in Anchorage, Alaska. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
What’s in it For You:
Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
Opportunity for a long term, advanced career path
A culture that values safety first, including training and personal protection
Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching and more!
What You Will Do:
Production Chemistry
Monitor chemical programs at all North Slope facilities with a diverse background of technical knowledge and experience and focus on continuous improvement of current chemical applications.
Monitor separation efficiency at each facility and recommend chemical, procedural, and mechanical improvements to the processes.
Monitor the chemistry of produced fluids, anticipate associated problems, and recommend best-in-class solutions.
Monitor facility utility systems and recommend required chemical maintenance.
Constantly work to remain experts in best-in-class chemical technology and application.
Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all production chemistry issues.
On-site Problem Solving
Utilize pro-active problem-solving skills as production challenges become apparent.
Chemical Program Control
Accountable for the implementation and execution of chemical programs.
Support continuous improvement of the chemical programs with a focus on product development and testing.
Conduct daily coordination meetings to align field operations.
Perform site inspections and field tours to assess operational conditions.
Execute inventory audits at chemical injection points.
Monitor and regulate dosage levels at injection sites to ensure optimal performance.
Collect production fluid samples and perform laboratory testing for chemical treatment performance analysis.
Compile and submit comprehensive daily technical and economic performance reports
Communication & Account Management
Maintain relationships and communicate with project manager, management, research and development, marketing, corrosion engineers, materials coordinator and the other production chemists.
Maintain relationships and communicate with key customer personnel.
Maintain relationships and communicate with operations, management, and engineering groups.
Maintain relationships and communicate with design groups and provide the required information to best utilize chemical management solutions.
Ensure North Slope contract requirements are met
Schedule and complete business reviews with key customer personnel
Train and develop field production chemistry team members
Act as leaders through actions and professionalism.
Support a culture of “Zero Defect” in HSE performance.
Drive business and technical performance improvements with the use of a performance management system.
Work within a multi-functional team that assesses the plant integrity via direct inspection, corrosion and process monitoring, and applies control measures through the deployment of corrosion and process chemicals.
Develop measures to maintain integrity through applied corrosion control techniques and repair.
Coordination of activities within the North Slope Production Chemistry team. Assist operations with implementation of the recommended chemical programs.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of current and planned production facilities.
Position Details
Rotational schedule: 14 days on, 14 days off, 21 days on, 21 days off OR 28 days on, 28 days off
Individual can live anywhere within the United States, but must be able to travel to Anchorage, Alaska for duration of rotation
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) or related fields
3 years of Chemical industry experience
Chemical Application knowledge and experience
Ability to travel within assigned sales territory
Must have a valid Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
No immigration sponsorship offered for this role (US Only)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in production chemistry
- Reside in Alaska
Physical Demands:
May be required to Lift/Push/Pull/Carry up to 55 pounds chest high.
Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial), or Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.)
3+ years of successful technical sales or field sales support experience
Experience in oil and gas industry
About Us
ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there. For more news and information, visit SLB.com. Follow us on Facebook at @WeAreSLBGlobal, LinkedIn: SLBGlobal, or Instagram at @SLBGlobal.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.