Polymers Application Development Technologist - Advanced

ExxonMobil•Baytown, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role contributes to the growth of ExxonMobil's polyolefin elastomer and polypropylene businesses as an experienced polymer application development professional. The individual will apply deep expertise in polymer applications, customer development, and problem-solving to deliver valued application solutions in existing and new markets. The role requires maintaining a strong awareness of industry trends and applying experience to solve technical challenges that unlock value for customers. This position demands independent problem-solving skills, close collaboration with other functions (marketing, research, and sales), and regular interaction with customers and product development professionals within Product Technology. The role is based at the Baytown Technology and Engineering Complex in Baytown, Texas, with potential occasional trips to the ExxonMobil Campus in Spring, TX for collaboration with commercial colleagues. The position involves routine travel within North America to support customer and application development trials (25-65% of time), sometimes with short notice.

Requirements

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
Strong interpersonal skills; self-motivated and collaborative team player

Nice To Haves

Specialization in highly filled application compounding is a plus
Familiarity with polyolefin elastomer and polypropylene manufacturing processes is a plus
Industry experience in polyolefin extrusion technology, compounding techniques, and formulation development, with knowledge of construction applications
Excellent communication skills, problem-solving skills, and adaptability
Strong project management and organization skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively across multiple interfaces and cross-functional teams
Self‑driven mindset, with the ability to engage in industry groups and participate in conferences to position ExxonMobil’s polyolefin products within the competitive landscape and to identify and progress new opportunities with customers
Fundamental understanding of polymer product-structure property relationship, particularly as they relate to polypropylene and polyolefin-based elastomers
Knowledgeable of Intellectual property development/assessment/procurement. Demonstrated patent and/or publications record

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
Leverage depth and/or breadth of experience to identify cross-functional business opportunities
Participate in internal networks to share expertise and strengthen organizational competency
Mentor and support development of early-career colleagues