Raw Materials Characterization Engineer (Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, MY, 50088)
Company
Exxon Mobil
Location
United States
Employment type
Full-time
Posted
May 26, 2026
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About us
At ExxonMobil, 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.
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ExxonMobil in Malaysia
In Malaysia, we host a global business and technology center in Kuala Lumpur that provides high-level information technology and engineering expertise to ExxonMobil’s Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses worldwide. In the upstream, we have interests in two Production Sharing Contracts with PETRONAS, while in the Product Solutions business, we supply a portfolio of specialty chemical products to the marketplace.
What role you will play in our team
Join ExxonMobil's Technology and Engineering Company as a raw materials characterization engineer. Become part of a global, interdisciplinary team to monitor, trigger, and update world-leading crude assays for stakeholders across the downstream value chain. In this role, you will hone skills in crude assay technologies, statistics, crude composition, and an understanding of the business value of analytical measurements. Through partnerships with stakeholders, you will contribute to R&D initiatives and develop next generation solution techniques focused on value generation.
The company places high emphasis on engineering skills and the ability to combine technical skills with business understanding to improve profitability. Training courses in technical and personnel development areas, coupled with exposure to the fast-paced, hands-on environment provide an excellent platform to develop a successful career.
What you will do
Steward ExxonMobil’s crude assay database, monitor crude assay qualities, trigger assay updates
Manage assay updates through world-leading analytical protocols and push updated assays to downstream stakeholders
Leverage analytical and crude understanding to contribute to R&D initiatives for downstream stakeholders
Coordinate internal and external analytical labs to produce high-quality crude assays
Provide expert guidance to crude purchase decisions globally
Position could require 5-10% travel (domestic and/or international)
About you
Skills and Qualifications
BS / MS in an engineering discipline (Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or Chemistry only)
Degrees in Data Analytics, Data Science, Operations Research, Computer Science, Math, or related fields will be considered & are encouraged to apply
Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Industrial experience in at least one of the following: crude assays, planning, scheduling optimization, blending, or refining.
Preference given to those with experience in commercial assay or modelling / optimization platforms such as Spiral Assay (CrudeSuite), AspenTech PIMS, AspenTech ORION / APS, Spiral Plan and Schedule etc.
Experience in the characterization or processing of alternative / bio refining feedstocks (e.g., vegetable oils)
Advanced understanding of statistics and usage of JMP
Experience in SQL
MS Excel Macro development
Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, accuracy, effectiveness, and self-confidence
Your Benefits:
We are committed to providing benefits that are competitive and support the needs of our employees.
Application Process
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