Fuels R&D Engineer — Additives & Engine Lab SME

Oil Authority; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron is seeking a highly skilled engineer to lead applied engine R&D programs at the Richmond Technology Center. You will design and conduct studies on gasoline engines and fuel additives, communicating technical insights to internal stakeholders and partners across Downstream, Midstream and Chemicals.

The role requires strong collaboration, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision, while contributing to Chevron's energy transition

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.
• Knowledge of the practical operation of modern automotive gasoline engines.
• Knowledge of theoretical operation including combustion, emissions, and lubrication fundamentals.
• Experience designing and supervising internal combustion engine R&D testing programs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in proposals and results.
• Experience reinforcing Chevron Way behaviors and Operational Excellence culture.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Project management and execution skills, including independent work and multitasking.
• Teamwork and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage R&D programs evaluating performance of gasoline engines and fuel additives in tests (deposit control, fuel economy, emissions).
• Build and maintain relationships with OEMs, suppliers, research orgs, and cross-functional teams.
• Serve as SME on engine fuels tech, vehicle regulations, low-carbon fuels, and additives.
• Coordinate resources in the Richmond Engine Laboratory, communicating test requirements and analyzing results.
• Collaborate with SMEs to develop new fuel additive formulations and tools.
• Develop knowledge of global fuel industry requirements and trends; adapt programs accordingly.
• Develop engineering-level models of fuel, engine, or vehicle systems for analysis.
• Prepare technical presentations communicating new technologies to internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects with clear communication and minimal supervision.
• Collaborate across teams and with OEMs; provide guidance to exempt and non-exempt staff.
• Show willingness to grow skillsets for energy transition.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Stakeholder mgmt

Engine know-how

Education

Master’s in mechanical or chemical engineering

PhD in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

CFD software

Matlab/Simulink

Optical diagnostics

Job description

Chevron is seeking a highly skilled engineer to lead applied engine R&D programs at the Richmond Technology Center. You will design and conduct studies on gasoline engines and fuel additives, communicating technical insights to internal stakeholders and partners across Downstream, Midstream and Chemicals.

The role requires strong collaboration, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision, while contributing to Chevron's energy transition