Underground Injection Control (UIC) Regulatory Lead (CCS)

ExxonMobil; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Savings Plan

Workplace Flexibility

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Culture of Health

Employee Health Advisory Program

Disability Plan

Job summary

ExxonMobil in Texas is seeking an experienced UIC Regulatory Lead to drive advancements in Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) on the U.S. Gulf Coast. The role involves leading regulatory strategy, developing permitting applications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of experience in regulatory roles, particularly related to UIC permitting. The position offers flexible work arrangements and comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan and healthcare options.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in subsurface or regulatory roles.
• Strong knowledge of Class VI UIC regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead UIC permitting and compliance strategy.
• Develop permitting applications and amendments.
• Engage with regulators to influence policy.

Skills

UIC permitting experience

Regulatory compliance

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Subsurface modeling

Monitoring plans

Job description

What Role You Will Play On Our Team

ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions is seeking an experienced UIC Regulatory Lead to help drive the advancement of our Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) portfolio along the U.S. Gulf Coast.

In this role, you will lead regulatory strategy and execution for Underground Injection Control (UIC) programs, with a focus on Class VI permitting, compliance, and operational optimization. You’ll play a critical leadership role connecting subsurface, wells, operations, and regulatory teams—ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient CO₂ storage at industrial scale.

You will also serve as a key interface with regulators, helping shape the evolving CCS regulatory landscape while delivering best-in-class permitting outcomes.

What You Will Do

Lead UIC Permitting & Compliance

• Own compliance with UIC permit requirements across a growing CCS portfolio
• Lead development and submission of permit applications, amendments, and renewals
• Ensure high-quality technical content (e.g., subsurface modeling, well design, monitoring plans, risk assessments)
• Drive continuous improvement in permitting efficiency and quality
• Oversee regulatory compliance across the full project lifecycle, including monitoring, reporting, and verification
• Engage regulators proactively to support timely approvals and influence policy evolution

Drive Cross-Functional Integration

• Partner with subsurface, wells, environmental, and project development teams to align technical and regulatory requirements
• Support design of monitoring, surveillance, and seismic programs to optimize performance within regulatory frameworks
• Integrate permitting timelines into broader project execution plans
• Advise business and commercial teams on regulatory risk, timelines, and feasibility

Build External Relationships & Industry Presence

• Develop strong, trusted relationships with regulatory agencies
• Represent ExxonMobil in industry forums, technical working groups, and regulatory discussions
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to inform strategy and best practices

About You

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geoscience, environmental science, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in subsurface, wells, environmental, or regulatory roles
• Direct experience with UIC permitting, CCS projects, or closely related regulatory frameworks
• Strong knowledge of Class VI UIC regulations (EPA and/or state primacy programs)
• Experience developing or reviewing technical permit components (e.g., AoR modeling, well design, monitoring plans)
• Demonstrated ability to work across disciplines in a complex, matrixed organization
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct involvement in Class VI permit applications and approvals in the U.S.
• Experience in CCS project development and integrated workflows
• Familiarity with MRV frameworks and EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (Subpart RR)
• Understanding of adjacent low-carbon sectors (e.g., hydrogen, CDR, geothermal)
• Experience influencing regulatory policy or participating in industry advocacy
• Advanced degree in a relevant technical or business discipline

Your Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.