Gas Conversion Catalysts Researcher

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Texas, United States of America

Job Family Group:

Research and Development

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

November 28, 2022

Business unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Do you have a passion for chemistry and the catalysts that are often at the heart of the most important conversion processes in the industry? Then your most rewarding next career move could be to join Catalyst Technology in Shell, where we use human ingenuity, innovation, and technology to catalytically unlock more and cleaner energy for the years ahead!

Where you fit in –

The Gas Conversion Catalysts team in Amsterdam and Houston focuses on developing catalysts applied in Environmental, Downstream, and Integrated Gas applications. These technologies enable Shell to improve the performance of its existing assets as well as to thrive through the Energy Transition via opportunities in CO2 abatement and hydrogen.

What’s the role?

In this role, you will be responsible for leading and supporting R&D projects in a variety of Energy Transition related projects, often as and when these projects arise. You will work with different stakeholders depending on the technology and commercialization path. For example, you may work with colleagues in Shell’s Long Range Research department for longer-term opportunities, and with colleagues from Gas Technology and Shell Catalysts & Technology to help commercialize Methane Abatement Catalysts. The variety of projects expected to be supported by this role provides a unique technical broadening and deepening opportunity in high-profile Energy Transition fields.

More specific responsibilities for this role include:


Working closely with the Shell Catalysts & Technology business to understand their R&D needs.
Designing R&D projects to cover these needs, with realistic timelines, clear milestones, resource estimates, and transparent governance structures.
Executing R&D projects by designing new catalysts and collaborating with a team of Associate Researchers in the laboratory to ensure the new catalysts are made according to design and then analyzed and tested.
Working with equipment design engineers to ensure new catalysts can be deployed in fit-for-purpose reactors.
Working with our own catalyst production sites and/or toll manufacturers to scale up promising leads towards commercialization.
Reporting on R&D progress to stakeholders and peers, and ensuring relevant learnings are captured and documented. This may include patent action.


What we need from you -


A legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
You have at least a Master’s degree (Ph.D is an advantage) in Chemistry, Material Science or Chemical Engineering with experience in heterogeneous catalysis, materials science, surface science, inorganic chemistry, and/or physical chemistry.
You have at least 8 years of experience in developing new heterogeneous catalysts, including design, preparation, characterization, and testing.
You are able to coordinate multi-disciplinary support teams.
You have excellent communication and customer relationship skills—vital attributes when developing existing or new businesses.
You are a visible proponent of a Learner Mindset, bringing back learnings to the organization and exchanging best practices.


Company description

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in, among others, exploration, production, refining, and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of oil products, chemicals, electric power, renewables, and energy solutions.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…

We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment processes, workplace adjustments, and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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According to the United Nations, the global population could increase to more than 10 billion people. A key role for society – and for Shell – is to find ways to meet the growing demand for energy, with less carbon emissions. We need people who dare to think differently – to take part in developing tomorrow’s energy solutions today.

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