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First Principles Custom Process Modeling Lead

First Principles Custom Process Modeling Lead

ExxonMobil CorporationHouston, TX, US
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What you will do

  • Develop and apply fit-for-purpose first principles / phenomenological models of novel, first of a kind process units to guide screening, development, and design of new process technologies across the business portfolio (Upstream, Product Solutions, Low Carbon Solutions)
  • Apply strong background in fundamentals-based modeling, particularly in the areas of reaction kinetics, heat and mass transfer in unit operations, and design for advanced reactors or separations
  • Work collaboratively in cross-discipline teams deploying models to guide / support experimentation (active materials development, lab and pilot-scale studies), process engineering, and equipment design
  • Formulate modeling framework from high-level research program objectives and guide a team of 1 to 3 modelers to deliver modeling goals
  • Apply deep knowledge and mentorship in topics related to first principles / phenomenological modeling, and reactor engineering within Research and broader ExxonMobil communities
  • Champion sustainment of differentiated modeling capabilities to deliver business value

About You

Job Requirements :

  • PhD in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics or related discipline with relevant thesis work
  • 10+ years of demonstrated industrial experience with : Developing and applying customized multi-scale models of process units ( reacting and separation systems, electrochemical processes, membrane / adsorption separations, steady state / dynamic / cyclic etc.) Building, solving, and optimizing robust kinetic models Computational languages : gPROMS, MATLAB, Python, Aspen Custom Modeler or similar
  • Strong ability and interest to work on applications driven by abstract problems and develop creative out-of-the box solutions
  • Effective interpersonal skills and leadership behaviors
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Driven and self-motivated
  • Preferred Knowledge or Skills :

  • Process scale-up experience understanding the impact of scale on unit operations / commercial-scale embodiment / design
  • Experience with process simulation platforms (APSEN, HYSYS, Pro-II), hybrid modeling ( PINNs, AI / ML), Techno-economic Analysis
  • Lab and / or pilot scale experimentation
  • Your benefits

    An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep : our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

    We offer you :

  • Pension Plan : Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
  • Savings Plan : You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
  • Workplace Flexibility : We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Culture of Health : Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
  • Employee Health Advisory Program : Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
  • Disability Plan : Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.
  • More information on our Company’s benefits can be found at .

    Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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