ExxonMobil

Positions in Computational Mechanics & Geomechanical Modeling

ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company has immediate openings in Computational Mechanics and Geomechanical Modeling for research scientists at our Corporate Strategic Research Laboratory. Our lab focuses on fundamental science that can lead to technologies having a direct impact on the oil and gas industry. Our facilities are centrally located in scenic Annandale, New Jersey, approximately one hour from both New York City and Philadelphia. 

We are looking for creative, resourceful individuals to join our Engineering Physics group and develop numerical methods/modeling techniques for predicting failure in rock, with an emphasis on the effects of fracture, compaction, and chemical alteration on reservoir properties at multiple scales. The successful candidates will join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary group of world-class scientists who focus on performing breakthrough research and creating new approaches to solving our most challenging problems. Technical staff members in this position implement and report on independent research, participate in program development, and collaborate internationally with leading engineers and scientists from industry, university, and other technical institutions

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in applied mathematics, physics, engineering, geophysics, or a related field. Experience in fracture mechanics is preferred. Candidates are expected to be proficient with numerical modeling tools and be able to interact effectively with experimentalists. Both the Computational Mechanics and Geomechanical Modeling positions require a strong background in scientific programming and large-scale numerical methods (e.g., finite element and discrete element methods). The ability to communicate and interact with internal and external groups will be an important selection criterion.  Candidates should have a strong publication record, excellent writing and oral presentation skills, and a desire and ability to grow into new science areas.

ExxonMobil offers an excellent working environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package. ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer.