Process Sustainability - LCA Specialist

ExxonMobil; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy company in Kuala Lumpur seeks an Experienced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Practitioner to enhance sustainability initiatives. This role involves technical leadership, collaboration with process engineers, and the application of LCA methodologies to optimize processes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, experience in the Oil and Gas sector, and familiarity with LCA software. Join us to make a significant impact in energy solutions.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of work experience in Oil and Gas, Petrochemical, or Refining Industry.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in LCA technology.
• Ability to understand and utilize process flow sheets, material and energy balances.

Responsibilities

• Provide active technical leadership in the area of LCA.
• Collaborate with local and global process engineers to determine environmental impacts.
• Support business development efforts using LCA analysis.

Skills

LCA software experience

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

SimaPro

LCA for Experts

OpenLCA

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.

ExxonMobil in Malaysia

ExxonMobil is one of the world's largest publicly traded energy providers and chemical manufacturers, developing and applying next‑generation technologies to 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

You will be an integral part of our process engineering team providing deep technical insight and support to ExxonMobil’s manufacturing facilities worldwide.

Currently, we have an opportunity for an Experienced Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Practitioner to join our Kuala Lumpur Technology Center team. The position is based in Kuala Lumpur, and you will work primarily with our global LCA and process engineering team, and also with many other ExxonMobil organizations.

What you will do

1. Provide active technical leadership in the company in the area of LCA.
2. Collaborate with local and global process engineers to determine environmental impacts of existing processes and products.
3. Use LCA concepts and methods to develop solutions for emerging technologies and new products.
4. Support business development efforts on new applications of ExxonMobil products using LCA analysis.
5. Use LCA analysis to evaluate technology options through the lens of existing and emerging policies, and advise ExxonMobil accordingly.
6. Identify and obtain relevant data for models from internal sources (e.g., business partners, manufacturing sites) or reputable open sources.
7. Provide guidance and mentorship to new LCA Practitioners.
8. Engage externally (e.g., industry associations) to promote scientific methodologies.

About you

To be eligible for this role, you must have:

1. At least a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
2. 5‑10 years of work experience in Oil and Gas, Petrochemical or Refining Industry.
3. Minimum 5 years of work experience in the LCA technology.
4. Experience with LCA software, e.g., LCA for Experts, SimaPro, GREET, OpenLCA, etc.
5. Familiarity with low‑carbon process technologies strongly preferred.
6. Background in one or more process technologies related to upstream oil & gas operations, refining, chemicals/lubricants manufacturing.
7. Ability to understand and utilize process flow sheets, material and energy balances.
8. Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, especially in multicultural global teams.
9. Ability to influence and promote change to achieve desired results with no or minimal direct authority.

Your Benefits

We are committed to providing competitive benefits that support the needs of our employees.

Application Process

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Application instructions and additional details are available on our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be duly considered for employment.

Winner of Malaysia’s 100 Leading Graduate Employers Award in the Energy/Oil and Gas/Utilities category

We are proud recipients of this award, reflecting our commitment to excellence in talent development.

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