Technical Service Engineer

About the position:Technical Service Engineers perform a variety of technical support work for the Hydrocracking, Hydrotreating, Lube Hydroprocessing, and Residuum Hydrotreating technologies as well as other refining technologies. This work includes catalyst and licensing proposals, technical service, process designs, and startup support.Key responsibilities:Provide technical service to customers of joint ventures including Chevron Manufacturing for hydroprocessing technologyLead technical service activities e.g. starting up and monitoring new and existing hydroprocessing units in facilities worldwideAdvise and mentor colleagues on complex technical problems to build organizational capability in the organizationWork closely with technical and commercial teams to solve customer problems and win businessImprove technical tools and standardize engineering methodsTravel 40% of the timeInterpret operating data to monitor catalyst performance, recommend operating guidelines, and estimate remaining catalyst lifePlan and lead in-plant shutdown and startup assistance, including catalyst loading, regeneration, and sulfiding consultationAdminister plant performance test runs as requiredAnswer clients operating questions to stay close to the customer and win future catalyst business. Level of support is dependent on the marketing strategy for each customer. Includes process equipment troubleshooting. May include site visits and/or periodic operating data reportsParticipate in conceptual design studies in support of licensed unit re-vamps or debottlenecksRequired Qualifications:A bachelor's degree in chemical engineering with at least 12 years relevant work experienceHydroprocessing Experience - Experience in hydroprocessing design, operations, kinetics, and data analysis. Experience working in a refinery as a process engineer responsible for monitoring and performing field activities for hydroprocessing unitsProcess Design Experience - Must have basic knowledge of process design tools such as HYSIS or Pro/II (or similar process simulator), heat exchanger design tools, etc.Field Experience - Basic understanding of how equipment functions in the field and overall plant operation are requiredInterpersonal Skills - Must work constructively with others (inside and outside Chevron) to achieve positive results via the Chevron Way. Must act with integrity and honesty, accept constructive feedback well, and use recognition. Teamwork skills a mustCommunication Skills - Ability to communicate with clients to effectively sell our technology and represent Chevron in a positive light to outside companies. Ability to communicate well with teammates and managers during project and tech service work requiredOrganizational/Leadership Skills - Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and manage multiple work activities to meet customer needs and expectations required. Must possess ability to manage a team and delegate work out to team. Must be able to interact with a variety of experience levels and position typesAbility to design a variety of unit operations such as heat exchangers, vessels, distillation columns, etc. is a plusChevron ENGINE supports global operations, supporting business requirements across the world. Accordingly, the work hours for employees will be aligned to support business requirements. The standard work week will be Monday to Friday. Working hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm or 1.30pm to 10.30pm.Default Terms and Conditions We respect the privacy of candidates for employment. This Privacy Notice sets forth how we will use the information we obtain when you apply for a position through this career site. If you do not consent to the terms of this Privacy Notice, please do not submit information to us. Please access the Global Application Statements , select the country where you are applying for employment. By applying, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the country specific statement. Terms of Use