Senior Technologist

Entity : Technology Job Family Group : Research & Technology Group Job Description : JAre you ready to join a team that’s driving the future of lubricants & beyond and setting new industry standards? Discover how our diverse and passionate people at Castrol are shaping the industry – and how you can be part of this journey. We’re seeking talented experts who share our passion for innovation and excellence. Bring your unique perspective, collaborative spirit, and challenge our thinking as we continue to lead the way in the lubricants' market & build businesses beyond lubricants. This is your chance to learn, grow, and thrive in a dynamic and inclusive organization. Apply now! Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the world’s largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, relentless innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets. At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of cultivating top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally. We are currently looking for Senior Technologist -Mumbai office and details mentioned below : Provides technical leadership by conducting and leading projects autonomously, The development & modification prioritized with the Global Guide Team leaders and contribute to the execution of the innovation pipeline in support of the Industrial business. The customer trials and customer support / troubleshooting projects are initiated and prioritized Senior Team Leader Industrial in alignment with the local sales team. Through deep technical understanding and knowledge, the Senior Technologist is able to translate Complicated technical issues into simple terms and persuasive arguments and applies expertise. The role provides competitive advantage to Castrol through the ability to effectively scan the external market, and support the Industrial Technology and Business Team to identify future opportunities & threats, and to strategically reframe these to commercial advantage or risk mitigation for the businesses Job Responsibilities : Strategy Deliver ideas for innovative products and technologies, in line with global strategy and future trends and opportunities. Develop and handle strategic technical relationships with customers, OEMs, Key Additive Suppliers, Industrial Associations and Universities Build knowledge concerning applications / processes and their influences on chemistries within Industrial products including competitors' products used in similar environments Planning Manage projects with regular customerr reviews and updates Plan resources to ensure efficient delivery of projects : on time, in budget Implementation Responsible for the execution, documentation and reporting of projects (development, modification, localization, customer trials & troubleshooting) Support Technologists in their development projects or modification projects’ execution, documentation and reporting Support customers and the departments Sales, Marketing, Procurement and regional technology teams with expert knowledge Check patent specifications in area of expertise Essential Education Higher Degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry, Engineering, or other relevant subject. Masters or PhD in Chemistry. Essential experience and job requirements 10 years’ proven experience in the Additive, Lubricant or Related Industry. Significant experience in Industrial Metal Working Fluids, and / or Oil-based or Grease formulations and applications. Desirable criteria & qualifications In depth understanding of current and future engineering and lubricants trends Ability to work cross-functionally, interact at most senior levels, internally and externally The role holder will liaise with Product Development, Global & local Marketing, Global Supply Chain, Technology Deployment Hubs and the Performance Units to deploy new products and geographic extensions as required by the markets. Travel Requirement Negligible travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance : This role is eligible for relocation within country Remote Type : This position is not available for remote working Skills : Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Artificial intelligence, Creating new methodologies, Experimental Design, Formulated product testing, Formulation Deployment, Formulation design, Influencing, Intellectual Asset Management, Multi-physics modelling, Presenting, Product Development, Product Sustainability Performance Management, Project Management, Raw materials knowledge, Research and Development, Rheology, Safety management across the value chain, Science and Technology Leadership, Scientific publication, Technology Management Processes, Testing electric vehicle charging systems, Thought Leadership { 2 more} Legal Disclaimer : We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity / neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment / accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment / accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us . If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.