Research Associate Materials & Corrosion

Research Associate Materials & Corrosion

, India

Job Family Group:

Research and Development

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

July 6, 2026

Business Unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Early Careers

Job Description:

What’s the role

As a Materials & Corrosion Research Associate, you will perform laboratory-based research focused on evaluating the corrosion, mechanical, and physical properties of materials relevant to Shell’s operations. The role involves supporting the design, construction, and execution of laboratory experiments across a wide range of chemical environments, including high-temperature and high-pressure conditions, some of which involve hydrogen sulfide (H₂S). Additionally, the position contributes to materials performance assessments and failure analysis investigations.

What you’ll be doing

• Safely conduct laboratory testing, including sample preparation, test setup, test progress monitoring, data collection, documentation, and reporting.
• Testing of materials in various chemical environments, especially electrochemical testing, immersion testing in high pressure autoclave using toxic gases 
• Maintain testing equipment, perform data acquisition/recording/documentation per departmental quality and safety requirements
• Be the owner for all equipment in the relevant area, responsible for ensuring smooth functioning of equipment and all related documentation
• Execute laboratory maintenance or new /revamp projects (Management of Change) with required safety systems (ex. Lock Out and Tag Out (LOTO), engineering controls, administrative controls, portable and fixed detection, F&G systems etc.
•  Perform operation of process control and run data acquisition systems. 
• Timely deliver validated and reduced data/reports to project leader.
• Be responsible for modifying experimental units and maintaining all required documentation.

What you bring

• Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical or Metallurgy or Masters in Science (Chemistry/ Experimental Physics)
• A minimum of 2 years of industry/site experience including a minimum of one year of experience of materials compatibility testing, mechanical testing in a corrosion laboratory environment. 
• Experience in various forms of mechanical and metallurgical testing. 
• Experiences in the areas of corrosion testing including working with autoclave will be given extra weightage. 
• Demonstrated skilled proficiency in evaluating equipment design and installation. Have understanding on PEFS drawings, circuit diagrams, PEFS, P&IDs, operation and maintenance manuals of OEMs etc. as per Shell and International Standards. 
• Have a good grasp on mechanical and metallurgical aspects of various materials as commonly used in oil and gas industry
• Familiarity with STCB site operations, HSE management systems, permit-to-work, how to raise MOC, RAMS, Sphera Cloud etc is essential for this role. 
• Willingness and ability to learn new things and adapt it to the own work environment.
•  Experience with laboratory testing and handling of chemicals
• Understanding of Shell DEP/ASME/ASTM/NACE standards 
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and job duties
• Experiences in establishing laboratory, setting up test equipment’s in a multinational company’s laboratory environment is preferred 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to listen well, ability to adapt quickly in a cross-cultural environment, good organizational skills, self-motivated to learn, successful experience working as part of a team being comfortable with change and being able to respond rapidly to it. Results oriented and Customer focused.
• Excellent team player – collaboration with various teams in-house and across various Shell locations is expected. 
• Knowledge: Mechanical and metallurgy aspects of metals, Corrosion testing, basics of electrochemistry to run experiments
• Knowledge: Project management, Execution and Deployment
• Knowledge: Mechanical design of equipment, Materials Compatibility Testing, Corrosion Testing, Mechanical testing and laboratory environment
• Knowledge: Management of Change (MOC), RAMS, Engineering and HSSE controls, Working with toxic gases in high pressure and temperature conditions. 

What we offer

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. You’ll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity, and respect for one another. You’ll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and
• international teams.
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

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An Inclusive & Progressive 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 process, 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.

Shell in India

Shell is a diversified energy company in India with 13,000 employees, and presence in Integrated Gas, Downstream, Power, Renewable and Upstream. Additionally, we have deep capabilities in R&D, digitalisation, and business operations.

Our global strategy, Powering Progress, is designed to generate value for our shareholders, customers, and the wider society, and focuses on creating more value with less emissions. The strategy supports our purpose of providing more and cleaner energy solutions, with the aim of profitably transforming Shell into a net-zero emissions energy business by 2050. As India moves towards its target of net-zero emissions by 2070, Shell India aims to play a leading role in securing vital energy for today, while investing in, and helping to build, the energy system of the future through strategic investments in the country.

Our Lubricants business serves over 50,000 consumers through a strong network of over 200 distributors, and operates an end-to-end value chain that spans conceptualization, development, and production at a world-class blending plant at Taloja. Through our 350-plus retail stations, we offer an integrated mobility experience including fuels, cafes, and convenience stores, with a prominent network of EV recharging facilities.

Shell owns and operates a LNG re-gasification terminal at Hazira, Surat, with a capacity of 5 MTPA and a LNG truck-loading unit that plays a crucial role in helping meet India’s growing demand for gas across sectors. In 2022, Shell acquired Sprng Energy in a $1.55 billion deal to build an integrated energy transition business in the country. Sprng is a leading renewable energy company in India which develops and manages solar, wind, and hybrid power generation facilities and infrastructure.

Our three capability centres across Bangalore and Chennai serve as a technology and innovation powerhouse for Shell globally, working as a delivery engine for core technical, digital, and finance processes: pioneering digital innovation and cutting-edge technologies across the energy sector. We also have strong academic partnerships and collaborations with leading universities and technology institutes to accelerate decarbonization efforts within the energy sector.

We are committed to positively contributing to the communities in which we operate through programmes on STEM Education, Skilling, and Livelihood across India. We nurture and invest in startups developing initiatives focused on accelerating energy innovation through programs such as Shell E4 and Shell Eco-marathon. We also have strategic investments in new energy companies such as Husk Power, d.light, Orb Energy, and Cleantech Solar.

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Experience Level

Mid Level