Chevron · 9 hours ago
Emerging Technology Advisor
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expChevron is seeking an Emerging Technology Advisor to assess the technology ecosystem for developments that may impact their business. The role involves engaging with various ecosystem participants to develop technology perspectives and strategies that inform business decisions and venture investments.
EnergyFossil FuelsGeothermal EnergyManufacturingNatural ResourcesOil and GasRenewable Energy
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provides technology points of view (POVs) and strategic forecasts on emerging lower carbon (LC), new energy, or other disruptive technologies in the Emerging Technology space
Gathers information and perspectives on technology trends and developments via subscription services (e.g., Lux Research, Bloomberg, Darcy) and information search tools
Regularly engages with the external technology ecosystem (conferences, workshops, thought leaders, consultants, universities, national labs, etc.) for insights and competitive intelligence in support of technology POVs and strategies
Advises broadly on matters involving emerging technology trends to better align across internal Innovation teams and efforts (e.g., Venture Capital, Tech. Commercialization, Strategic Relationships)
Works with Corp Strategy on signposting of emerging technologies having the potential to disrupt market forecasts
Supports the Emerging Technologies R&D program by providing strategic direction, technology signposting, roadmapping, and internalization of project results
Works with internal stakeholders across the enterprise to advance internal assessments and potential adoption of relevant emerging technologies
Coordinates with the Corp Strategy team on prioritization and reporting requirements associated with Emerging Technology R&D projects
Authors thought pieces on emerging technologies for internal audiences
Supports publication of The Monitor, an internal monthly Innovation newsletter focused on the emerging energy landscape
Domestic travel up to 30 days per year
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in science or engineering
Advanced degree in business, science, or engineering
Broad understanding of the current oil and gas industry (minimum 5 years of experience) and a general knowledge of the new energy space and disruptive technologies
Experience with research and development (R&D) in both academic and industrial settings, and an understanding of how this R&D is effectively integrated with broader innovation efforts
Familiarity with techno-economic assessment, technology landscaping, and technology forecasting and roadmapping
Understanding of technology transfer and commercialization
Experience with the management of R&D projects
A demonstrated ability to quickly understand and internalize new technologies and to operate in diverse and unfamiliar technical domains
An ability to integrate information from a multitude of sources in order to synthesize perspectives that are meaningful to a broad oil and gas industry audience
A demonstrated ability to translate technical solutions to measurable business value and inform business decisions
An aptitude for good cross-functional communication, displaying technical competence, being proactive, and delivering results
Ability to put together convincing, coherent presentations to instruct, advise, and/or inform at all levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Interface effectively with others across the broader Innovation team, across functions, and with organizations and business units spanning the entirety of Chevron's operations
Regularly engage with R&D program and delivery managers to evolve enterprise technology strategy
Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
Comfortable working in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment
Proven ability to handle multiple activities simultaneously
Identify potential opportunities & work them to completion
Balance day-to-day support issues with longer term projects
Preferred
Doctorate in science or engineering
10+ years Oil & Gas industry experience
Demonstrated proficiency with techno-economic assessment, technology landscaping, and technology forecasting and roadmapping
Experience with technology transfer and commercialization
A demonstrated ability to integrate information from a multitude of sources in order to synthesize perspectives that are meaningful to a broad oil and gas industry audience
A demonstrated ability to produce convincing, coherent presentations to instruct, advise, and/or inform at all levels
Company
Chevron
Chevron Corporation is an integrated energy and technology company that believes affordable, reliable, and ever-cleaner energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2001-10-19IPO
Leadership Team
Michael K. Wirth
Chairman of the Board & CEO
Bill Braun
Retired
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