ExxonMobil Chemical is searching for two recent Ph.D. graduates and one M.S./B.S. graduate in the area of process control and optimization. The work location is the refinery or chemical plant in Baytown, TX. Applicants must enter their information in the ExxonMobil recruiting database by following the link http://www.exxonmobil.com/USA-English/HR/Jobs/HR_US_What_master_deg.asp The anticipated start date is in 2010. Once you have filled in your information, please send me an e-mail with your resume attached. If you applied previously and would like to be considered again, please send an updated resume. Best regards, John Hedengren, Ph.D. ExxonMobil Chemical 5000 Bayway Drive Baytown, TX 77520 tel. 281.834.2041 [log in to unmask] ______________________________________________________________________ Process Control and Optimization Engineering Position Description Primary Assignment You will support the manufacturing of chemical feedstocks and transportation fuels for use in a wide assortment of petrochemical and refining operations. Units include Crude and Vacuum Fractionation, Cat-cracking, Catalytic Reforming, Aromatic Fractionation, Alkylation, Gasoline Blending, and Polymers. You will work in a team environment with experienced technical and plant process personnel, applying process control technology to improve plant throughput, energy efficiency and stability. This includes both implementing new process control strategies (identifying opportunities and designing, programming and commissioning control strategies), and maintaining existing control strategies. You will also maintain databases and process schematic displays on the process control computer. Examples of Specific Job Responsibilities (1) Maintain existing control strategies and identify new opportunities, through attention to the process, attendance at operations meetings, and through consultations with other technical personnel and operators. (2) Identify and resolve problems with existing control strategies and identify opportunities for new applications. (3) Design and implement new control strategies, choosing the appropriate control technology; design, program, commission and tune the application. (4) Build application displays. Benefits ExxonMobil provides a positive environment for learning with a structured training program and assigned mentors. Many opportunities exist for advancement within ExxonMobil. In addition to our exceptional benefits program, you will benefit from our structured networking and training programs and a strong commitment to continuous learning. Qualifications Desired Academic: Doctoral Degree in Chemical Engineering; specializing in Process Control and Optimization. Other: Sound reasoning ability, good communication skills, high level of initiative, strong desire to acquire new knowledge and skills.