Fuels Engineer

## Fuels Engineer Apply locations:
Richmond, California, United States of America time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
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Manage research and development programs focused on evaluating the performance of new and existing gasoline and gasoline fuel additive formulations in engines and vehicles. Performance evaluation includes deposit control, fuel economy, and emissions.

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of
** Fuels Enginee
** r for Richmond, California through July 2nd, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.The Fuels Technology (FT) team is comprised of chemists, engineers, and technical specialists who are responsible for the research and development, quality assurance, and integrity consultation of fuel and fuel additive products.  FT supports Downstream, Midstream and Chemicals business partners including Fuel Sales, Manufacturing, Products Supply & Trading (PSAT), and Oronite.

This position reports to the Manager of FT and is located at Chevron's Richmond Technology Center. The successful candidate will be expected to independently design, coordinate, and conduct applied engine research and development programs, leading to the development of new fuel and fuel additive product formulations and claims in support of FT’s business partners, with a strong emphasis on effectively communicating technical insights—including vehicle and engine technologies and regulatory developments—to key internal stakeholders.
** Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:
*** Manage research and development programs focused on evaluating the performance of new and existing gasoline and gasoline fuel additive formulations in engines and vehicles.  Performance evaluation includes deposit control, fuel economy, and emissions.
* Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including vehicle and engine manufacturers (OEMs), additive suppliers, research organizations, and technical and business teams across Chevron.
* Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to stakeholders across the Downstream, Midstream and Chemicals business, on topics including: internal combustion engine technologies, fuels technologies, vehicle technologies, fuels and vehicle regulations, low-carbon and renewable fuels, and fuel additives.
* Efficiently use the resources available in the Chevron Richmond Engine Laboratory to meet R&D objectives.  This includes effectively communicating test requirements and test design to test engineers and technicians, along with analyzing test results through technician reports and in-person engine and vehicle inspections, when needed.
* Work with other SMEs to develop new fuel additive formulations and experimental tools to evaluate out-of-the-box concepts focused on a wide range of engine technologies.
* Develop knowledge of existing and upcoming global fuel industry requirements, and industry trends, and adapt research and development programs as needed.
* Develop engineering-level models of fuel, engine, or vehicle systems to support analysis and R&D programs.
* Prepare and make technical presentations, with the objective of communicating new technologies, to internal and external customers and OEMs.
* The position requires the ability to manage multiple projects effectively, to carry work projects forward with minimal supervision, and to maintain clear communication and productive work relationships.
* Collaboration both within the team, across team and OpCo boundaries, and OEMs is expected.
* Providing work direction to both exempt and non-exempt employees is expected.
* Bring a willingness to learn & grow skillsets beyond traditional job functions to support Chevron as it navigates the Energy Transition.
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Master’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
* Knowledge on the practical operation of modern automotive gasoline engines, including critical engine systems, engine component function and design, and failure diagnostics.
* Knowledge on the theoretical operation of modern automotive gasoline engines, including combustion, emissions, and lubrication fundamentals.
* Demonstrated…