Polymer Applications Development Lead

ExxonMobil; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ExxonMobil Baytown is seeking an experienced polymer application development professional to drive advanced polyolefin elastomer and polypropylene solutions. You will lead cross-functional teams, collaborating with marketing, R&D, and sales to deliver value to customers.

You will work on-site at the Baytown Technology and Engineering Complex with occasional trips to Spring, TX, and regular North America travel (25-65%).

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related degree.
• 5–10 years of industry experience in polyolefin application conversion technologies and processing techniques.
• Solid understanding of polymer characterization methods.
• Demonstrated proficiency in statistics, analytical problem-solving, and hands-on laboratory experimentation.
• Highly organized, computer-proficient, and effective in both written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated application development project teams to develop new polyolefin elastomer and polypropylene application solutions in existing and new markets.
• Work closely with other key functions such as marketing, product development, research, and sales.
• Communicate and share new application solutions with the Polypropylene, VistamaxxTM, and ExactTM business.
• Provide technical support to ExxonMobil's customers converting polyolefin elastomer and polypropylene resins into finished products.
• Support intellectual property (IP) strategy and contribute to IP-related activities.
• Represent ExxonMobil in interactions with customers, key external partners, academic collaborators, and industry forums.
• Provide technical leadership and ensure quality assurance for customer and application deliverables.

Skills

Polymer application development

Statistical analysis

Analytical problem-solving

Collaborative teamwork

Effective communication

Mentoring / leadership

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related

Job description

ExxonMobil Baytown is seeking an experienced polymer application development professional to drive advanced polyolefin elastomer and polypropylene solutions. You will lead cross-functional teams, collaborating with marketing, R&D, and sales to deliver value to customers.

You will work on-site at the Baytown Technology and Engineering Complex with occasional trips to Spring, TX, and regular North America travel (25-65%).