OEM Specialist

Chevron Corp.; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corp. is seeking an OEM Specialist to lead the U.S. OEM approval process for the automotive engine oil product qualification. You will coordinate with TIS Engineers, gather required data, and ensure timely completion of approvals across OEMs for Oronite’s engine oil business.

The role requires strong chemistry knowledge, excellent communication, and project management, with the ability to manage multiple OEM projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science field with significant college-level chemistry coursework.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize all incoming requests for business importance and impact.
• Gather technical information for OEM approvals with TIS Engineers.
• Complete OEM approval documentation per each OEM's process and track to completion.
• Communicate progress to requesters and manage customer expectations.
• Serve as SME for U.S. OEM approval process and liaison to U.S. OEMs.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Tools

Data analytics tools

Machine learning tools

Job description

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position OEM Specialist through October 22nd at 11:59 p.m.

This role is for the automotive engine oil (AEO) product qualification (PQ) original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Approval Specialist in the Technical Internal Support team. The primary role is managing the U.S OEM approval process for TIS to support Oronite's automotive engine oil business.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Prioritize all incoming requests for business importance and impact.
• Work with TIS Engineers and others to identify and gather all needed technical information for each OEM approval. Identify missing information and work with TIS engineers to run needed bench and engine tests to meet the OEM requirements.
• Work with others or alone to complete all OEM approval documentation per each OEM's specific process. Follow through on questions and requests from the OEMs. Follow the approval request through to completion.
• Communicate progress with requesters. Work with requesters to manager customer expectations.
• Act as the SME for the U.S. OEM approval process to Oronite globally. Act as the liaison to each U.S OEM for approval issues. Familizarize gain basic knowledge to act as the back-up for the EAME OEM approval process.
• Provide work direction to contractors or others as necessary to complete OEM approvals.
• Own the U.S OEM approval process from start to finish during the product qualification phase and ensure work is completed and submitted to deliver against required timelines.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science field with significant college-level chemistry coursework.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry preferred with 3+ years of experience in an industrial or technical field/setting.
• Demonstrated data analytics capabilities and familiarity with digitalization/automation tools
• Experience using machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data science tools tosupport process optimization
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, solve practical problems and to work collaboratively across business functions

Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:

• The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.
• The anticipated salary range for this position is $91,500 – $180,500. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.

Relocation Options:

Relocationwill not beconsidered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.