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Chevron · 3 weeks ago

Research & Development Specialist

Richmond RTC Building 10

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$117K/yr - $307K/yr

Chevron is a leading energy company seeking a Research & Development Specialist to join their H2 & Reactor Science Team. The role involves conducting R&D to develop innovative technologies, providing technical service to business units, and producing critical Intellectual Property focusing on reactor design and process development.

EnergyFossil FuelsGeothermal EnergyManufacturingNatural ResourcesOil and GasRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and execute comprehensive R&D program to develop innovative technologies critical to Chevron’s current and future businesses starting from concepts to pilot testing and to commercial deployment and operation, including but not limit to technology developments for low carbon energy transition

Provide technical service and consultation to Chevron’s business units including Downstream refineries and technology Licensing business focusing on reactor internals design for hydrotreating and hydrocracking processes

Conduct computational fluid dynamic (CFD) simulations and cold flow tests to support process scale-up as well as Chevron upstream, downstream, chemical, and new energy business

Proactively engage customers to assess new technology needs and gaps; create appropriate programs to fill those needs in a timely and cost-effective fashion

Design, operate and troubleshoot bench/pilot scale experimental units which may operate at elevated temperature & pressure (>500F and >1000 psig) and involve potentially toxic chemicals and a broad variety of petroleum derived materials

Interpret and present experimental results and research progress in written and/or orally

Work in a multi-disciplinary team and interact with other scientists and engineers as well as customers from upstream/downstream operation business units and external government and industry collaborators

Rigorously upholding laboratory safety and compliance policies

Qualification

Ph.D. in Chemical EngineeringReaction engineeringCFD simulationsLaboratory experienceHydrotreating processesHydrocracking processesFluidized bed reactorProcess simulation softwareProblem-solving skillsTeamwork skillsCommunication skills

Required

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Strong background on reaction engineering for reactor internal designs with focus on multiphase fluid dynamics, chemical reaction kinetics, heat and mass transfer

Ability to conduct comprehensive CFD simulations

Hands-on experimental and laboratory experience including bench/pilot scale unit operation and cold flow testing

Ability to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously with solid problem-solving skills

Strong commitment to Operational Excellence in lab, office, and field operation environment

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Strong communication skills (oral and written)