Advanced Vehicle and Fuel Engineer

At Exxon Mobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and a net‑zero future. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower‑emissions technologies.

We invite you to bring your ideas to Exxon Mobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about our What and our Why and how we can work together.

The Advanced Vehicle and Fuel Engineer within the Fuel Products Technology Department is expected to think proactively and generate innovative ideas grounded in sound scientific principles. The role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with global, cross‑functional teams while staying informed of emerging technological developments. It is essential to build and maintain strong industry relationships and stay informed of emerging technological developments.

Occasional travel is required to engage with internal teams and external customers. The position also requires awareness of environmental, safety, and regulatory standards impacting fuel and vehicle technologies.

• Understand implications of fuel properties, fuel composition, and refining processes on future fuel and vehicle systems
• Develop fuel products for high‑performance engines and motorsports applications
• Lead research programs (internally and leveraged industry) as a recognized subject matter expert in Fuel and Combustion Science
• Influence, direct, and communicate technical research on future fuel and vehicle systems
• Create sound science rationale for technical positions related to emerging issues for fuel products
• Evaluate feasibility and market impact of emerging fuel and vehicle technologies and communicate to business stakeholders
• Critically review changes to regulations and legislation related to fuel products and communicate impacts to business stakeholders.

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Fuel Science or related discipline
• Experience with fuel formulation, combining knowledge of fuel composition with performance properties
• Expertise in fuel and combustion science, including fuel chemistry, combustion kinetics, and emissions behavior
• Strong application knowledge of internal combustion engines, powertrain systems, and vehicle after‑treatment technologies
• record in developing, testing, and evaluating fuel products for advanced or emerging engine technologies, including high‑performance or motorsports applications.
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in fuel, engine, or powertrain development

We offer you:

• Pension Plan:
  Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit isuity 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.

Exxon Mobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability

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