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As a China Formulator, this role will focus on Valvoline Driveline and EV lubricant products and Technical Services support for OEMs and customers. Fluid development and continuous improvement includes traditional driveline lubricants for transmissions, gears, and transfer cases, Electric Vehicle (EV) fluids, and other related products. Technical Services support includes meeting with OEMs and customers to develop technical relationships, promote Valvoline products across all product portfolios, and support performance programs across all product portfolios. Collaborate closely with the regional Product Strategy team and the OEM team to innovate new product concepts and performance claims. Conduct necessary performance and quality testing to approve/license new formulations and renew existing products. Manage the creation and submission of necessary documentation for industry, OEM specifications, and government approvals. Support Valvoline's blending plants, providing production support and managing the introduction of new products, including recipes and quality specifications. Assist scientists, providing direction and mentorship to support safety compliance, project delivery and professional development.
Job Responsibility:
Work with a Safety First mindset
Collaborate on the formulation development of new EV lubricant fluids including those for hybrid transmissions and battery electric vehicles by evaluating and selecting regional additives, base oils, and other materials to meet differentiated performance requirements set by OEMs
Lead the development of new Driveline lubricant fluids for China and rest of Asia region, including those for light-duty and heavy-duty transmissions, gear oils, and transfer cases, by evaluating and selecting regional additives, base oils, and other materials to meet differentiated performance and product application requirements
Create close technical relationships with OEMs and customers in order to promote Valvoline products and support all performance programs
Understand the mechanical requirements of EV hardware and applications to formulate products to meet the needs of an EV lubricant
Design and manage testing protocols to validate new product formulations in support of differentiated claims, product licensing, OEM approvals, and regulatory compliance
Support Product Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Key Accounts, and Customer Care by delivering technical expertise, product training, and guidance on performance claims
Assist a team of scientists, ensuring safety compliance while providing direction and mentorship to support successful project execution
Provide technical support to Valvoline's blending plants, including production troubleshooting, new product introductions, and updates to quality specifications
Requirements:
Language proficiency in Mandarin and English at professional fluency level
Minimum B.S. in Chemistry or Engineering Discipline with experience
Experience formulating finished lubricants, either for an oil marketer, additive supplier or base oil manufacturer
Knowledge of transmission, gear, and EV specifications and qualification procedures
Candidate should have experience organizing and managing complex projects and working with tight deadlines
Knowledge of the lubricant market, including competitors and product landscape
Mathematical modeling of Driveline hardware
Collaborative skills to advance projects both internally and externally
Nice to have:
Masters or Doctorate in Tribology, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or Automotive/Materials Engineering
Knowledge of passenger car, commercial vehicle, and off-highway engine oil specifications and qualification procedures
Knowledge of vehicle coolant and heat transfer fluids specifications and qualification procedures
Experience with analytical test methods and laboratory methods, especially surface evaluation such as SEM and wear mechanisms
Strong communication and presentation skills
Computer Skills - specifically Outlook, Excel, Power Point, SAP and QC software
Statistical methods and design of experiments
Interest or ability in people management with a focus on empowerment and development