Scientist

Why Valvoline?

We’ve been in the car business for more than 150 years, starting with the invention of the world’s first motor oil. Today, we’re a global leader in automotive services and lubricants, driven every day by a people-centered focus on innovation and service excellence.

As we often say, it starts with all of our people — and that’s where you come in. We’re looking for humble, hungry and smart people to help us power the future of mobility. If you’re looking for a collaborative and flexible work environment that invests in your growth and success, you’ve come to the right place.

Careers for the Driven

Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Scientist. We whole-heartedly adopt a ‘never idle' mindset. We also know that outstanding service begins and ends with our employees. So, we’re looking for good people to join our team. You bring your skills, talents, and drive. We will give you a great place to work, a competitive salary and benefits, and the resources and support to develop and advance within our global company.

How You’ll Make an Impact

In this position, you will work as part of a team of scientists to support advanced R&D projects by conducting various thermal, electrical and tribology tests and data analysis and report, as well as maintaining test instruments. In the role, you would be responsible for:

• Planning and setting up lab experiments, collecting or preparing samples and runring tests
• Maintaining equipment by following operating instructions, performing routine maintenance and calibration, working with equipment supplier on troubleshooting and repair
• Analyzing and documenting test results to lab management system
• Writing test reports and summaries using MS Office to support R&D projects
• Following lab safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment
• Other duties and responsibilities as determined by Valvoline from time to time in its sole discretion

What You’ll Need

• BS/BE Degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred

• Working experience in mechanical or chemical lab testing and instrument maintenance is desirable

• Strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and its data analysis and reporting tools 

• Ability to lift 20 pounds 

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

Benefits That Drive Themselves

• Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
• HSA and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k)  
• Incentive opportunity*
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement*
• Adoption assistance*

*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.

Females and minorities encouraged to apply.

Valvoline provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Are you good at what you do? Join us.

The Company endeavors to make its recruitment process accessible to any and all users.  Reasonable accommodations will be provided, upon request, to applicants with disabilities in order to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruitment and selection process.  Please contact Human Resources at 1-800-Valvoline or email [email protected] to make a request for reasonable accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment and selection process.  The contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.