Lubrication Engineer

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The Lubrication Engineer is responsible for executing engineering services, documenting customer value, defending the Mobil brand, and supporting profitable growth across industrial and commercial sectors. We are looking for a dynamic team player to support existing customers and new business pursuit by executing field engineering services to identify and document total cost of ownership opportunities. You will serve as a trusted technical advisor and coach to Exxon Mobil’s finished lubricants customers and distributors as you grow the Mobil brand and market position.

• Home-based office with frequent travel to customers and sales prospects within a defined sales territory
• Represent Exxon Mobil in interactions with Finished Lubricants customers and distributors
• Apply safety best practices and tools to ensure safety and security when visiting third-party sites
• Identify, execute and document cost savings opportunities to Finished Lubricants customers and prospects via lubrication solutions, plant studies, and value-added services
• Improve brand experience through collaboration with customers, distributors, and internal marketing team
• Lead root cause investigations and troubleshooting for lubricants, rotating equipment, and product integrity issues
• Leverage Exxon Mobil used oil analysis labs to provide critical equipment monitoring and in-depth investigation services
• Collaborate with sales team to identify and resolve customer and prospect production and reliability issues
• Document engineering reports for customers and prospects using Exxon Mobil’s digital tools
• Document proof-of-performance testimonials for successful engineering solutions
• Leverage Exxon Mobil’s digital tools to support the execution of engineering activities and lubrication recommendations
• Conduct training for internal sales and technical employees, customers, and distributors on product knowledge, applications, and services

Skills and

Qualifications:

• Must live in or be flexible for relocation to Louisiana or Mississippi with home-base office setup
• Ability to travel 50-60% of the time (regional travel, some overnights)
• Bachelors degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial), Chemistry or related field
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Highly organized with excellent follow-up capability and multi-tasking ability
• Strong problem-solving, technical acumen and analytical thinking capabilities
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning and adapting in dynamic environments
• Collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments
• Comfortable learning and using digital tools, including proactively seeking information to support solutions
• Self-driven and able to work independently, with a strong ability to learn new tools and concepts proactively

Preferred Qualifications /

Experience:

• 3-5+ years of experience in maintenance, reliability, and/or rotating equipment
• 3-5+ years of experience in technical sales, preferably in lubricants, base oils, or chemicals
• Strong technical understanding of lubrication systems, tribology, and fluid performance
• Proven selling, persuasion and influence skills
• Proficiency in Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite
• Mobility to Houston TX for future career opportunities

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