Socioeconomic & Human Rights Engineer - Advanced (Spring, TX, US, 77389)
Company
Exxon Mobil
Location
United States
Employment type
Full-time
Posted
Jun 13, 2026
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About us
At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living and while reducing emissions. 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 ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about
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About Houston
ExxonMobil's state-of-the-art campus north of Houston serves as home to its Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses and their associated service groups. The facility opened in 2014 and accommodates more than 10,000 employees and visitors.
By bringing many global functional groups together, the campus provides employees with the tools and capabilities needed today, and in the future, to achieve business objectives and accelerate the discovery of new resources, technologies and products. It was designed to foster improved collaboration, creativity and innovation and enhance the company’s ability to attract, develop and retain the top talent in the industry.
The campus is located in Spring, Texas, on 385 wooded acres immediately to the west of Interstate Highway 45 (I-45), at the intersection of I-45 and the Hardy Toll Road, approximately 25 miles from the cultural vibrancy of downtown Houston.
The campus was constructed to the highest standards of energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Its design incorporates extensive research into best practices in building and workplace design through extensive benchmarking of the world’s top academic, research, and corporate facilities.
Learn more about what we do in Houston here.
What role you will play in our team
The Advanced Socioeconomic and Human Rights Advisor provides strategic support to a project, operating facility or business unit, working independently on routine issues with minimal guidance and making impactful decisions based on skills and experience. The Advisor collaborates with cross-functional teams to plan and execute projects and initiatives, while managing risks and maximizing opportunities for mutual benefit to the company and the communities in which it operates. The Advisor will also collaborate within the team to create and refine processes and tools that promote effectiveness and consistency across the practice.
What you will do
Advise on complex Socioeconomic and Human Rights-related issues and the application of regulatory requirements, internal and external policies, standards and frameworks at an operating asset, business unit or project
Support or lead the identification and assessment of Socioeconomic and Human Rights aspects, impacts and mitigations associated with business activities
Develop strategies and initiatives for Socioeconomic Management, including:
Human Rights
Community Engagement and Grievance Management
Cultural Heritage
Indigenous peoples
Community Health, Safety and Security,
Land Use, Resettlement and Livelihood Restoration
Local Economic Development
Perform Socioeconomic and Human Rights-related fieldwork, including engagement, research and consultation
Manage data associated with implementation of Socioeconomic and Human Rights programs and initiatives.
Develop written content to support projects and initiatives
Develop strategic relationships with communities and local leaders
Ensure effectiveness of grievance management processes
Develop and monitor fit-for-purpose performance metrics
Provide support for the development and refinement of practitioner training and provide Socioeconomic Management guidance to non-practitioners
About you
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required, in Social Sciences/ Sciences/ Engineering
Minimum 8 years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical or mining sector
Maintains a high degree of ethical conduct
Willingness to travel (business trips) and relocate to project locations
Skills & Attributes
Strong leadership with demonstrated coordination and planning skills
Self-starter with results orientation
Ability to manage rapidly changing priorities and external events that impact business goals
Strong negotiation, influencing, and problem-solving skills
Proficient budget management skills with a strong controls mindset
Ability to influence without authority
Strong communications skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; persuasive with strong business perspectiveProficient in primary Microsoft Office programs
Your Benefits
An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally,
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