Technical Applications Engineer

Why Valvoline Global Operations?
 
At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

•    Treating everyone with care.
•    Acting with unwavering integrity.
•    Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
•    Delivering on our commitments with passion.
•    Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Job Overview

The Technical Applications Engineer will be a hands-on individual who will report to the Technical Applications Team Manager. This role requires the individual to work with local marketing, and sales groups as well as fleet customers, industrial customers, and test partners. This role supports regional field test sites and provides data for new product development, industry approvals, and OEM support. Additionally, the individual will provide large customers with direct application support regarding lubricants, hydraulic fluids, chemicals, and coolants for passenger car, commercial and industrial applications. While some experience in tribology and lubricant formulation is preferred, it is more critical that a successful candidate have a strong mechanical aptitude, outstanding communication skills, working knowledge of Engineering principles and scientific methods, and demonstrable computer aptitude. The ability to analyze data and to author polished presentations/reports is key.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Valvoline channel partner team, their distributors and customers, Align with the needs of the regional sales team and VGO goals, prioritizing support linked to the goals of sales and marketing for your region.
• Work with approved labs and our Technical Applications Team to develop and support oil analysis programs & convert used oil data into effective reports for customer maintenance recommendations
• Support, coordinate and manage local and regional field test projects focused on fluids such as engine oil, transmission oil, and gear oil to achieve industry approvals and support marketing claims as well as co-ordinate and support customer demonstration/acceptance testing (less rigorous than field testing)
• Investigate and resolve product application problems by conducting root cause analysis. May include supporting quality and supply chain with concerns of product quality.
• Research regional key industry areas, including equipment design, technology changes and API, ACEA and ASTM standards to provide industry specific field knowledge to Sales, R&D, and Marketing regarding product performance, customer needs, and industry trends.
• Assist the European and regional marketing team in developing sales literature and differentiated offers
• Provide proactive technical support to the regional Sales Team to grow business in various segments while developing strong customer relationships; support will encompass a wide range of industries, including PCMO, HDMO, Industrial, Trucking Fleet, Construction, Power Generation, Marine, Mining, and others.
• Complete Lubricants Cross-Referencing and input to support Sales opportunities.

Education

Engineering or Scientific background. Preferably a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Proficiency in English as well as local language.

Licenses and Certifications

Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) or Oil Monitoring Analysis (OMA) is a good to have

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Experience working on engines and vehicles (engine rebuilds, auto maintenance, modifications, heavy equipment maintenance, etc…) in a personal or professional capacity. A typical ‘Hands on Expertise’ approach
• Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skill along with the ability to work independently.
• Experience working directly with customer/field issues and following through to see resolutions impact cross functional teams (design, supply chain, quality assurance, etc...).
• Experience with statistical software and/or data acquisition.
• Prior technical sales or technical advisor field experience in petroleum, lubricants/base-oils, or equipment industries.
• Experience in tribology and lubricant development.
• Experience in the mechanical development.
• Experience in industrial/manufacturing lubricant applications.
• Excellent time management skills
• An exceptional safety mindset and ability to work safely at all times when unsupervised.

Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.

•    Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com

This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.

Requisition ID: 1698 #LI-KT1