Chevron is investing $1 billion in an engineering and innovation centre (ENGINE) in Bengaluru. This marks its biggest investment outside the U.S. and is aimed at leveraging India’s engineering and technology expertise to support global energy projects.
High-Tech Hub for Energy Solutions
ENGINE will focus on advanced engineering, including geotechnical analysis, digital modelling of oil refineries, and process monitoring. Chevron plans to hire 600 professionals by the end of 2025, with further expansion expected. The centre will play a key role in the company’s global energy operations.
AI and Digital Advancements in Energy
Chevron is integrating artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and machine learning at ENGINE. These technologies will enhance efficiency in oil and gas production, predictive maintenance, and refinery operations. Key focus areas include:
- Subsurface Analysis: AI-driven seismic data processing for better geological insights.
- Predictive Maintenance: Real-time monitoring of refinery conditions to prevent failures.
- Digital Twins: Virtual models of refineries and LNG plants to optimise performance.
- Live Data Streaming: Enabling real-time decision-making for global operations.
Strengthening India’s Role in Global Energy
Chevron’s ENGINE will contribute to high-pressure, high-temperature deepwater projects, carbon sequestration, and energy transition initiatives. It will also play a role in major global projects, including deep-sea drilling and CO₂ storage.
Growing India’s Energy Expertise
The company is actively recruiting professionals in mechanical, chemical, petroleum, civil, structural, electrical, and computer science engineering, as well as geologists and environmental scientists.
With this investment, Chevron joins a growing list of global corporations betting on India’s technological and engineering capabilities to drive the future of energy.
