2026USH Power Planner

Exxon Mobil Corporation; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Exxon Mobil Corporation in Houston seeks an experienced engineer to lead power infrastructure development for oil and gas operations, improving energy performance and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. You will collaborate with planning, operations, engineering, and construction teams to shape long-term power plans.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a numerate field and at least 5 years in electrical engineering, power operations or transmission/distribution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a numerate field (Engineering, Science, Mathematics, or Supply Chain).
• Engineering degree preferred (Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical).
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power operations or power transmission/distribution projects.
• Experience working across multiple business functions (operations, engineering, construction).

Responsibilities

• Lead planning of power distribution/load allocation for oil and gas development, incl. electrification of equipment.
• Develop and coordinate long-term load forecasting for power distribution and loads.
• Monitor multiple construction projects to ensure power availability for development.
• Prepare alternative infrastructure plans and coordinate with multiple functions on changes.
• Monitor third‑party power buildout projects to ensure availability.
• Optimize power infrastructure development to reduce capital costs with power constraints and market dynamics.
• Track and report key performance indicators for power.
• Provide economic analyses including lifecycle cost assessments, NPV, and cost-benefit evaluations.
• Coordinate with others on long-term power planning by assessing future load growth and constraints.

Skills

Negotiation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

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For well over a century, ExxonMobil has been at the heart of creating and growing a modern world. We embrace the power and promise of technology, pushing the boundaries of what's possible. For billions around the world, lives are better and last longer because of the innovative problem solving and reliable energy we provide. And when it comes to developing industrial solutions to reduce carbon emissions, ExxonMobil is truly the leader.

We don't stop at "good enough." We are committed to doing what's right, even if it's difficult or unpopular. We hold ourselves to high standards, challenge what's possible and invest in innovation to meet society's critical needs.

Real change begins with bold questions, drive, and ambition. Here, your talent, determination and contributions shape how far you'll go and the impact you'll make along the way.

Our future success depends on exceptional people. We invest in developing talent through meaningful work, challenging assignments, mentorship, and experiences that help build the next generation of leaders.

Our Culture

We are uniquely ExxonMobil. Integrity, care, excellence, resilience and courage, these core values determine how we work every day. At ExxonMobil, our values aren't just words— they're how we show up, focused on delivering the right answer, the right way, every day.

What Role You Will Play on Our Team

This position is responsible for planning power infrastructure development to support oil and gas operations, while improving energy performance and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The role combines leadership in power planning, infrastructure optimization and enhanced power performance. The position works closely with development scheduling, operations, engineering, and construction teams to plan and prioritize power infrastructure development

What You Will Do

• Own the planning of power distribution/load allocation to support oil and gas development, including electrification of equipment
• Develop and coordinate long‑term load forecasting to inform long‑term planning of power distribution and loads
• Closely monitor multiple construction projects to ensure power availability in time for oil and gas development
• Prepare alternative infrastructure plans to accommodate oil and gas development schedule changes and coordinate with multiple business functions on decisions or necessary changes
• Monitoring progress of third‑party utility power buildout projects to ensure power availability
• Optimization of power infrastructure development to reduce capital costs incorporating power constraints, and power market dynamicsTrack and report on key performance indicators for power
• Analyze and map different power infrastructure options, including economic analyses to inform decisions, including coordinating with other internal business functions
• Provide economic analyses, including lifecycle cost assessments, net present value (NPV), and cost‑benefit evaluations of different infrastructure options
• Coordinate with others on long‑term power planning efforts by assessing future load growth, infrastructure constraints, and power infrastructure expansion plans

About You

• Required to hold a Bachelor’s degree in any numerate subject including Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Supply Chain based qualification
• Preference for a degree (Bachelor’s) in Engineering - preferably Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical
• 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, power operations or power transmission/distribution projects
• Experience working across multiple business functions, including operations, engineering, and construction groups
• Candidates should be self‑motivated and focused on achieving business results while working in a multi‑disciplinary team in a fast‑paced business environment
• Demonstrated teamwork and strong communication skills are essential

Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.

Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.

Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer‑term programs such as leaves of absence and part‑time work.

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.

Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.

Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.

Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

Functional Skills

Negotiation

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