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Lubricant Formulator

Chevron

Richmond, California, United States of America

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On-site

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Full-time

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1w ago

Compensation

$120,300 - $206,400

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare

401(k)

Equity

Learning Budget

Healthcare

401k

Equity

Learning

Required Skills

Lubricant formulation

Technical project management

Communication

Organization

Total Number of Openings:

1

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Lubricants Formulator located in Richmond, CA through March 9, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time).

Join Chevron Lubricants as a Lubricant Formulator, where you will be responsible for creating and maintaining engine oil lubricants that meet or exceed the latest performance standards. This position is part of a global team, supporting Chevron’s lubricants business in all regions, taking a lead role for Passenger Car Motor Oils (PCMOs). The Lubricants Formulator also works in the industry to understand and shape emerging requirements, to ensure that Chevron is well-positioned for the future.

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

  • The Lubricant Formulator will work with additive company partners to develop and optimize engine oil formulations to meet performance, regulatory, and cost targets. This position will take a lead role for passenger car motor oils, and at times may support other related categories including heavy duty diesel engine oils and motorcycle oils.
  • The Formulator has good understanding of the engine lubrication requirements, and the challenges that determine performance of the lubricant, such as wear and deposit control, viscosity control, and fuel economy.
  • The formulator is aware of applications in various regional markets, product tiers, and viscosity grades, and advises on how to differentiate products in the market.
  • The formulator is familiar with the preferred additives, viscosity modifiers, and base oils used in PCMOs, with how these components impact the performance of the lubricant, and with the bench and engine testing protocols used for development, and for industry and OEM approval processes.
  • Manages technical projects from planning through implementation, with strong attention to detail. Strong communication, organization and project management skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects is essential.
  • Collaborates with product line managers, technical teams, manufacturing, and external partners. Understands Product Lifecycle Management processes and tool used in the development process.
  • Formulators may be nominated to represent Chevron's interests in industry forums such as ASTM and API.

Required Qualifications:

· B.S. in technical field (Science, Engineering)

· 3-5 years in finished lubricants, lubricant additives, lubricant blending, or related technical field

Preferred Qualifications:

· Advanced degree preferred

· 5-15 years experience in finished lubricants, lubricant additives and/or lubricant blending strongly desired.

Relocation

  • Relocation assistance might be provided for this position

International Considerations

  • Expatriate assignments will not be considered

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 $120,300 – $206,400 . 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/.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

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Chevron Corporation is an American multinational energy corporation predominantly specializing in oil and gas. The second-largest direct descendant of Standard Oil, and originally known as the Standard Oil Company of California, it is active in more than 180 countries.

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