Job Description:

Perform lab trial blends and analytical testing to bring new and revised formulations into production safely, on time and to specification. Collaborate with manufacturing and technical teams to validate results, resolve issues and support wider QC coverage with scope to grow

Key Accountabilities

Primary (core) accountabilities

• Personally conduct lab trial blends for new or changed formulations, working within defined variable/non‑variable limits and master specifications.
• Perform the required analyses, including Storage Stability Tests (SST) and first‑production SST; arrange testing with accredited external labs when needed and ensure approved methods are followed.

Support duties

• Coordinate the lab workflow for formulation changes (sample prep, test methods, documentation and handover to production) to meet quality and timeline targets.
• Initiate and track BOM updates after formulation changes to keep costing and materials accurate.
• Consolidate inputs with manufacturing/technical teams to assess plant readiness as part of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.
• Support the QC Chemist on recovery/rework trials and associated testing.
• Assist with lab quality practices, including supplier COA verification and periodic review of particle count data.
• Complete "round‑robin" testing and help close audit actions; support continuous improvement and compliance (e.g. ISO 9001, IATF 16949).
• Help review and reconcile formulation/specification data across internal systems.
• Support day‑to‑day QC operations as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Applied Science or a closely related field.
• 1 year of experience in manufacturing or research, preferably in the lubricants, oil or chemicals industry; exceptional fresh graduates with research‑assistant experience and strong academic results will be considered.
• Hands‑on experience with liquid‑product test methods (e.g. viscosity, elemental analysis, flash point, foaming etc).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work independently and proficient with standard office software and basic data/record keeping.
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts (two‑shift rotation).
• A Registered Chemist with Institute Kimia Malaysia, IKM is an advantage.

This position is for the Castrol Lubricants business and is a local package role located in Malaysia, based at the Port Klang Plant, with no travel required.

At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:

• A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the demeanor of giving back to our environment are highly valued
• Possibility to join our social communities and networks
• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path
• Life and health insurance, medical care package
• And many other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment

Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:
This position is not available for remote working

Skills:
Hazard communication, Hazard Identification, Instrument maintenance, Laboratory Operations, Personal Safety, Safety Leadership

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.