Technician Specialist

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Date: Mar 20, 2026

Location: Baltimore, MD, US, 21226

Company: W. R. Grace & Co.

Annual Wage Range: $55,208.00  - $75,911.00 
Other Compensation:  Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses 
Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of catalysts, engineered materials and fine chemicals. We provide innovative products, technologies and services which our customers use to manufacture everyday products like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals, toothpaste, cosmetics, food packaging, beer, edible oils and more. Our thousands of employees help shape a better future at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

Job Description

Technician Specialist Research & Development (R&D)

 

Grace is hiring a Technician Specialist Research & Development (R&D) to join Grace’s industry leading hydroprocessing catalyst business, Advanced Refining Technologies (ART).

 

The Technician Specialist contributes to laboratory experiments and pilot scale processes led by the R&D and Process Technology engineers.   They have a unique hands-on opportunity supporting the development of new and improved products and processes.

 

The Technician Specialist is located in Curtis Bay, MD and reports to the ART Lead Technician.

 

Schedule:   Monday - Friday with limited nights, weekends, and holidays; the business need for this coverage has been very minimal.

Responsibilities

  • Operate lab and pilot scale equipment such as spray dryers, mixers, extruders and calciners to prepare catalyst. Submit samples for analytical analysis.
  • Safely store and handle potentially hazardous chemicals.
  • Record and communicate experimental results in a clear, organized manner.
  • Maintain a safe and orderly workspace.
  • Provide support during manufacturing trials and other non-standard campaigns.
  • Ensure equipment is properly maintained by recognizing concerns, entering SAP work orders and following their status to completion.
  • Abide by and participate in EHS&S rules and initiatives including permitting, inspections and other activities.

 

Physical Requirements and Environment

  • Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials
  • Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
  • Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
  • Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials

Required Qualifications

  • H.S. Diploma and 7+  years laboratory, manufacturing or skilled trade experience OR
  • Associate’s  and 5+ laboratory, manufacturing or skill trade experience OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology or Math specialty
  • Demonstrated experience leveraging mechanical aptitude plus experience setting up equipment and minor maintenance/repair.
  • Demonstrated experience to a personal and professional commitment to safety
  • Experience working independently and collaboratively
  • Able to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance and up to 50 pounds with assistance. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience using software such as Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and SAP

 

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Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance and Disability
  • Grace Wellness Program
  • Flexible Workplace
  • Retirement Plans 
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company Donation Match Program
  • U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.


Nearest Major Market: Baltimore