Coordination and Economics Engineer

Exxon Mobil Corporation; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Savings Plan

Workplace Flexibility

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Culture of Health

Employee Health Advisory Program

Disability Plan

Job summary

ExxonMobil in Baytown seeks an Economics and Coordination professional to optimize refinery and chemicals operations through economic analysis and planning. You will work with coordinators, economists, operations and process engineers to develop operating strategies that maximize profitability while ensuring safe, reliable operations.

The role offers hands‑on experience in manufacturing economics, scheduling, production planning, quality management, and short‑term optimization, with

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with ability to evaluate operational and economic tradeoffs.
• Ability to interpret operational data, identify trends, and develop recommendations that improve profitability and business performance.
• Experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and influencing outcomes through teamwork and effective communication.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and stakeholders and influence change without direct authority.
• Innovative thinking and strong initiative with excellent communication across diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Baytown area production planning and optimization through economic analysis and coordination.
• Schedule operating targets, product dispositions, quality specs, and unit rate recommendations with coordinators.
• Analyze weekly market conditions, feedstock economics, product values, and site constraints to provide actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with Operations, Process Engineering, and Supply to identify economic opportunities.
• Participate in strategic improvement initiatives focused on optimization and value creation.
• Support weekly run plan development and communicate economic operating signals site-wide.
• Monitor site performance against plan and investigate deviations to improve profitability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics

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

Join the Baytown Economics and Coordination team and play a key role in optimizing refinery and chemicals operations through economic analysis, production planning, and operational coordination. In this role, you will work closely with coordinators, economists, operations personnel, business teams, and process engineers to develop operating strategies that maximize profitability while maintaining safe and reliable operations. You will gain hands‑on experience with manufacturing economics, scheduling, production planning, quality management, and short‑term optimization while building a strong foundation for future leadership opportunities. This job is within ExxonMobil Global Operations with opportunities to collaborate across global teams, central headquarters, and other manufacturing sites.
Operations can be both challenging and rewarding, and we are looking for motivated individuals interested in long‑term careers.

What you will do

• Support Baytown area production planning and optimization activities through economic analysis, operating signal development, and coordination.
• Work with coordinators to schedule operating targets, product dispositions, quality specifications, and unit rate recommendations.
• Analyze weekly market conditions, feedstock economics, product values, and site constraints to provide actionable business recommendations.
• Collaborate with Operations Teams, Process Engineering, and Supply organizations to identify and capture economic opportunities.
• Participate in strategic improvement initiatives and continuous improvement projects focused on optimization and value creation.
• Support weekly run plan development, coordination activities, and communication of economic operating signals across the site.
• Monitor site performance against plan and investigate deviations to improve execution and profitability.

About you

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, or a related discipline
• 2-5 years of experience in refining, petrochemicals, manufacturing, production economics, or a related technical field

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to evaluate operational and economic tradeoffs.
• Ability to interpret operational data, identify trends, and develop recommendations that improve profitability and business performance.
• Experience collaborating across organizational boundaries and influencing outcomes through teamwork and effective communication.
• In addition to strong technical background in process flows and financial close, successful candidates will demonstrate innovative thinking, strong initiative, and exemplary communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with peers, across organizational boundaries, and in diverse and globally dispersed teams
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and stakeholders and be able to influence and promote change to achieve desired results with no direct authority

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you:

• 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.

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

Nothing herein is intended to override the corporate separateness of local entities. Working relationships discussed herein do not necessarily represent a reporting connection, but may reflect a functional guidance, stewardship, or service relationship.

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