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Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.\nWith an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.\nSECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations - mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.\nJoin SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.\nYour Opportunity at SECURE\nAs a Support Scientist, you will support laboratory evaluations and field programs focused on scale and paraffin deposition in oil and gas production systems. You will conduct specialized testing, analyze brine and crude samples, support chemical treatment programs, and help translate laboratory results into practical field recommendations. Working alongside senior scientists, Account Managers, and Technical Services, you will contribute to technical reports, data analysis, quality control, and client-focused solutions that help manage flow assurance risks.\nThis role is based in Leduc, Alberta.\nThe Team\nYou will join a collaborative technical team that brings together laboratory, scientific, field, and customer-facing expertise. The team values knowledge-sharing, attention to detail, continuous learning, and practical problem-solving in support of reliable treatment programs and strong client outcomes.\nWork Environment\nThis role offers a blend of hands-on laboratory testing, data analysis, technical reporting, and field program support. You will work with specialized laboratory equipment and samples while managing multiple priorities in a safety-focused environment and developing solutions for real-world oil and gas production challenges.\nA Day in The Life\nConduct laboratory testing for scale inhibitor performance (e.g., static/dynamic loop testing) and paraffin control (e.g., wax appearance temperature, cold finger analysis.)\nAnalyze brine and crude samples to determine scaling and wax precipitation tendencies.\nSupport field sample collection, handling, and routine performance evaluations of deployed treatment programs.\nCollaborate with senior scientists and operational teams to troubleshoot under supervision.\nAssist in preparing technical reports and treatment recommendations based on lab results.\nMaintain accurate documentation of lab procedures, results, and quality control.\nStay informed on chemical treatment techniques and field best practices for paraffin and scale mitigation.\nPrepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate findings, recommendations, and project updates to clients.\nSkills, Experience & Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science or a related discipline. Candidates with a technical diploma and equivalent industry experience will also be considered.\n0-3 years of experience in flow assurance, oilfield production chemistry, or lab-based technical support.\nExperience in conducting pilot-scale studies and translating results into scalable treatment solutions.\nStrong organizational, communication, and technical laboratory skills.\nAble to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.\nHighly motivated, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a professional manner.\nProficient in MS Office and computer/data entry.\nThe following are considered assets in this role:\nFamiliarity with scale and paraffin testing methods.\nExperience in laboratory equipment such as GC, HPLC, FTIR, Spectrometers, etc.\nWhat's in it for you\nAt SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.\nIn addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:\nCompetitive industry wages and compensation programs, which include:\nEmployer-paid benefits: health, dental & more\nHealth Care Spending Account\nEmployee Wellness Programs\nEmployee Savings Plan \nCareer progression\nA competitive employee referral program \nIndustry-leading safety standards\nCommunity investment initiatives (Our Stories)\nWe believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.\nEvery SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.\nWe are a trusted partner. 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