Serve as a technical expert supporting ExxonMobil’s Base Stocks & Specialties (B&S) Process Technology. Contribute to technology development, manufacturing optimization, and project execution. Support commercialization and deployment of new and existing technologies. Partner with global manufacturing, product, engineering, and commercial teams. Drive continuous improvement and ensure reliable asset performance. Location is Houston area (Baytown, TX or Spring, TX).
Responsibilities
Provide technical support for process optimization, troubleshooting, and unit performance improvement
Support project development from concept selection through commissioning and startup
Contribute to unit startup/shutdown and turnaround activities
Conduct research and development in assigned technical areas
Apply statistical tools, experimental design, and data analysis to evaluate technical issues
Develop and validate product test methods and analytical approaches
Document technical work to support knowledge sharing and process efficiency
Ensure alignment with product integrity and quality processes and all other technology standards
Serve as a technical resource to business units and platforms
Requirements
Strong foundation in process engineering and asset operations
Experience with process monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting
Ability to design, execute, and interpret experiments and test methods
Knowledge of hydroprocessing fundamentals, catalyst mechanisms, and impacts on yield and quality
Understanding of patents, intellectual property considerations, and proper handling of technical information
Effective communication, teamwork, and presentation skills
Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem solving capabilities
Ability to work across functions and influence without authority
B.S. or M.S Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in hydroprocessing, base stocks, or lubricants (required)
Nice-to-haves
PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry (preferred)
Knowledge of Fractionation and physical separations
Knowledge of Front end engineering and project development
Knowledge of Turnaround and startup support
Knowledge of Safety fundamentals and risk management
Knowledge of Incident investigation and continuous improvement practices
Demonstrated strengths in Problem solving and decision making
Demonstrated strengths in Collaboration and knowledge sharing
Demonstrated strengths in Innovation and continuous improvement
Demonstrated strengths in Inclusion and initiative