2026-2027 Facilities Engineering Materials Engineer

Who We Are. Chevron is one of the world’s leading energy companies—but what really sets us apart is how we’re rethinking energy for the future. From producing oil and gas to developing lower‑carbon technologies, Chevron engineers work across the full energy system to power everyday life more safely, efficiently, and responsibly. Learn more about What We Do and The Chevron Way.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Chevron operates around the globe and across the entire energy value chain. Learn more on our website Chevron.com.

What You’ll Actually Do

Chevron is hiring at various operating locations across the U.S., including:

• Houston, Texas
• Richmond, California
• El Segundo, California
• Salt Lake City, Utah
• Pasadena, Texas
• Pascagoula, Mississippi

Materials Engineers may work at any of Chevron’s worldwide operations or with Chevron’s Technology, Projects and Execution team. Mobility is encouraged as there are many opportunities for Chevron engineers to work in a variety of assignments initially at different domestic locations and possibly international locations later in their careers. Our Horizons training program combines technical training and mentoring with on-the-job experience, providing you with two to three assignments in the first five years. Horizons is intended to build technical breadth and depth at an accelerated rate. The program aids you in determining a career path, which can involve a wide range of activities including metallurgy, welding, corrosion control, and non-metallic materials. You will support the global operation of refineries, oil fields, pipelines, and chemical, as well as participate in the design of new facilities. Your duties will include material selection, resolving corrosion problems, conducting failure analyses, researching and solving problems, and providing non-destructive examination support. You'll participate on teams that help other engineers make the best use of current materials technology.

What You Must Have

The following are required qualifications:

• Students completing the last year of the requirements for their Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degree in Metallurgical, Materials, or Corrosion Engineering, or individuals with a Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate degree in Metallurgical, Materials, or Corrosion Engineering with two years or less directly related work experience.
• Strong academic performance in core programs, communication, leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate The Chevron Way.

Compensation & Benefits

• The anticipated salary range for this position is $108,000 - $136,300. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their respective degree level and discipline.

• 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/. 

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered

International Considerations:

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position

This position may involve TP&E technologies that are subject to U.S. export controls and trade sanctions.  These export control laws apply to individuals who are (a) not U.S. citizens, permanent resident aliens, temporary resident aliens, applicants for temporary resident status, refugees, or asylees; and who are also (b) current citizens or permanent residents of a country that is subject to comprehensive trade sanctions under U.S. export control law, http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/Pages/default.aspx.   As such, we regret that we would be unable to provide a meaningful internship experience at TP&E for you because under government regulations, TP&E would not be able to allow access to such technologies absent an authorization from the U.S. government.   For this reason, TP&E is not considering applicants who are current citizens and/or permanent residents of countries subject to comprehensive U.S. trade sanctions.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and unofficial transcript(s) online. 

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