Olefins Technology Mechanical Engineer

ExxonMobil; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international energy company is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer in Kuala Lumpur. You will lead technical teams on projects involving steam cracking furnaces, apply safety principles, and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate holds a BEng in Mechanical Engineering and has strong industry knowledge. This position offers exposure to global operations and opportunities for personal development.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Opportunities for development

Global project exposure

Qualifications

• Proven ability to apply mechanical engineering knowledge in complex situations.
• Available for business travel approximately 10-20% of the year.
• Strong understanding of industry standards including ASME B31.3.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to teams on steam cracking furnaces.
• Apply personnel and process safety principles globally.
• Participate in troubleshooting with other professionals.
• Train and mentor less experienced engineers.
• Drive operational improvements through innovation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Industry design tools for simulation

Verbal and written communication

Self-starter

Education

BEng in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Caesar II or equivalent

Finite Element Analysis software

Job description

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.

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 our What and our Why and how we can work together.

ExxonMobil in Malaysia

ExxonMobil is one of the world's largest publicly traded energy providers and chemical manufacturers, ExxonMobil develops and applies next-generation technologies to help safely and responsibly meet the world's growing needs for energy and high-quality chemical products.

In Malaysia, we are involved in significant oil and gas production operations and the marketing of chemical products. We also host a global business and technology center in Kuala Lumpur that provides high-level information technology and engineering expertise to ExxonMobil’s upstream, downstream and chemical businesses worldwide.

What role you will play in the team

• We are looking for a highly motivated candidate that seeks to make an impact with us as we work to solve some of society’s most challenging problems. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with experienced engineers, project managers, and many more industry professionals.
• As an experienced mechanical engineer, you will be given the opportunity to solve challenging problems across process safety, reliability, profitability, and sustainability.
• You will leverage a strong technology foundation and provide a global fleet ExxonMobil perspective in your work.
• Position is based in Kuala Lumpur and open to non-Malaysians.

What you will do

• Provides technical leadership to teams supporting global fleet steam cracking furnaces and support their development of discipline expertise.
• Apply personnel and process safety principles in manufacturing facilities across the globe.
• Using fundamental mechanical engineering principles, work with others to provide mechanical engineering design knowledge for global steam cracking furnace projects and technology.
• As required, participate in troubleshooting and development teams with other professionals to address complex technical issues.
• Train/mentor less experienced mechanical engineers in relevant skillsets.
• Assist operating sites with unit start-up, mechanical troubleshooting and performance evaluations.
• Drive operational improvements through technical contribution and innovation.

About you

Skills and Qualifications

• BEng in Mechanical Engineering or higher.
• Open to business travel ~ 10-20% of a year.
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in applying mechanical engineering principles.
• Strong working knowledge of industry design tools for simulation and mechanical analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to use design tools and in applying them in complex troubleshooting situations.
• Effective professional verbal and written skills.
• Self-starter, takes the initiative in applying, developing and communicating technical issues.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with industry standards including ASME B31.3 and/or ASME B31.1 and other industry codes such as ASME VIII, ASME VIII Div. 2, API 530, API 560.
• Able to run, self-check, implement flexibility analysis of piping systems using industry software packages (such as Caesar II or equivalent).
• Experienced in interacting with 3rd party vendors and/or EPC companies.
• Ability to interact with drafting groups for drawing generation, quality control, and drawing implementation.
• Finite element analysis (FEA) understanding or previous experience (such as Abaqus or equivalent).
• Experience with fired equipment (e.g., steam cracking, process heaters, combustion equipment).
• Knowledgeable in sub-specialties of olefins manufacturing processes such as steam cracking furnace technology and/or previous experience with chemicals/refining/fired equipment in manufacturing environment.

Your Benefits

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