2026USH Basestocks Synthetics & Intermediates Technologist

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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

Benefits

  • Pension Plan
  • Savings Plan
  • Workplace Flexibility
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Culture of Health
  • Employee Health Advisory Program
  • Disability Plan
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