aramco · 5 hours ago
Sr. Synthetic Fuel Lab Scientist (1746)
Greater Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
9+ years expAramco Americas is establishing a state‑of‑the‑art research center in Houston dedicated to advancing CO₂ capture and low‑carbon liquid fuels. They are seeking a senior synthetic fuels Scientist to lead interdisciplinary research initiatives focused on catalytic testing and evaluation for synthetic fuel production.
ChemicalEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Propose and develop novel pathways to produce low-carbon fuels by valorizing low value streams, co-feeding of renewable resources or e-fuels production
Lead projects and project teams to pilot and demonstrate low-carbon fuel technologies
Conduct periodic gate review meetings which involve aligning with proponents and Aramco/affiliates engineering
Formulate objectives, technical scope and requirements for technology demonstration
Determine the development steps, deliverables, and milestones
Estimate the development schedule, resources, and costs
Conduct pre-FEED (DBSP) level engineering studies
Detailed engineering, construction, start up, and operation of demonstration systems
Oversee testing and analyze testing results
Write technical reports of investigations and publications, reviews existing patents
Mentor junior staff
Provide and manage a safe, accident-free laboratory environment. Follow all company safety rules in performing job duties
Lead collaborative research efforts internally (other R&D areas of the company) and externally (academic researchers)
Qualification
Required
PhD Degree in Science/Engineering Discipline as appropriate for the area of expertise for the assigned jobs
Nine (9) year's industry experience in a substantive industrial, technological or laboratory area relevant to the job's assignment
Must be able to communicate and comprehend accurately, clearly and concisely in English at a level required to perform the job as outlined
Candidate should be comfortable in working independently or part of a project team, and frequent project presentation
Must possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and be able to adhere to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette
Company
aramco
We’re a leading producer of the energy and chemicals that drive global commerce and enhance the daily lives of people around the globe by continuing delivering an uninterrupted supply of energy to the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$12.4BKey Investors
EIG Global Energy Partners(EIG)
2021-04-09Private Equity· $12.4B
Leadership Team
Pedro A.
Management Consulting Partner / Transformation Senior Advisor
Sana M.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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