Chemist - Research Corrosion / 03228983
Chevron Corporation (Oakland/East Bay, California)

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Position Description:

Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading energy companies. Headquartered in San Ramon, California, and conducting business in approximately 180 countries, the company is engaged in every aspect of the oil and natural gas industry, including exploration and production; refining, marketing and transportation; chemicals manufacturing and sales; and power generation. The Chevron Energy Technology Company in Richmond, California is currently searching for Chemist – Research Corrosion. The Research Corrosion Chemist position is a critical member of the Materials and Corrosion Team at Chevron Energy Technology Company located in Richmond California. The principle role of this new position is leading the effort to strengthen Chevron’s core competencies in fundamental corrosion chemistry, and the resulting development of innovative materials and chemical processes applied to petroleum refining and crude oil production.

Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities: • Subject matter expert and leader of Chevron’s strategic and applied R&D programs focused on corrosion chemistry. Develops experimental strategies and protocols aligned with advanced materials and nondestructive evaluation (NDE) technology strategies. Accountable for the planning and complete execution of associated corrosion chemistry R&D programs involving interdisciplinary project teams. • Applies theory, modeling, and simulation tools to investigate and understand corrosion and materials chemistry issues ranging from fundamental molecular dynamics and chemical kinetics, to fluid dynamics. Develops sophisticated corrosion models using ionic modeling and computational fluid dynamic (CFD) techniques. • Collaborates with Chevron materials engineers to develop innovative solutions involving advanced materials and process chemistry that mitigate the negative impact of corrosion on the efficiency and reliability of Chevron’s downstream refinery facilities, and upstream production operations. • Works in conjunction with other disciplines at Chevron, or with technology resources outside the company to plan and conduct laboratory bench scale experiments and pilot testing consistent with our advanced materials and NDE strategies. Required Qualifications: • Master’s degree required; PhD in Electrochemistry, Electrochemical Science and Engineering, or Inorganic Chemistry is highly desirable. • Chevron Way values and behaviors will be evaluated during the selection process. • Competence in the use of theory, modeling, and simulation tools to investigate and understand problems ranging from fundamental molecular dynamics and chemical kinetics, to fluid dynamics. Experience modeling corrosion mechanisms, and the use of ionic modeling and computational fluid dynamic (CFD) techniques. Application of corrosion modeling techniques to petroleum refinery processes is highly desirable. • Experience in metallurgy/alloy chemistry is highly desirable. • Experience in electrochemical measurement techniques including ER Probes, LPR, ECN, CMAS is highly desirable • Requires developing industry leading expertise in Corrosion Chemistry and a desire to be an effective consultant. Candidate should have a long-term interest in specializing in electrochemistry and materials corrosion technology. • Demonstrated use of economic and decision analysis tools to help prioritize experimental projects and focus on the critical issues driven by business strategies. • Requires work in and around laboratories, operating facilities, manufacturer & testing sites, with occasional climbing and equipment access. • Experienced in Refinery Corrosion technology is highly desirable (minimum of 2-years). Experience outside the petroleum industry will be considered. • Domestic and international travel is required approximately 5% to 10% of the time, depending on assigned projects and experience level. Trips are typically less than a week but may extend to a few weeks internationally. Relocation Options: • Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters. If you are selected for the position, Chevron employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug and alcohol screening and a background check. EOE M/F/D/V