Process Project Engineer at Marathon Petroleum

Texas City, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Oil & Gas, RefiningIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (must be obtained/completed prior to start date)
  • Four (4) years or more of experience in process design within refining or heavy industry
  • Strong refinery process knowledge and basic understanding of refinery economics and project justification
  • Proficient in Technical Professional Knowledge & Skills, Critical Thinking, Drive for Results, Managing Priorities, Adaptability, and Innovation
  • Driver's License required

Responsibilities

  • Identify and develop modifications to optimize the process, improve reliability, safety, sustainability, or environmental performance (projects range from small modifications to large capital projects)
  • Drive assigned scoping studies, lead idea generation in Conceptual phase, and lead process engineering for comprehensive Conceptual content
  • Work with business and planning resources to develop and understand business case(s) and associated economic drivers
  • Develop project economics and work with Engineering to complete decision support packages
  • Own process-related deliverables and define solid scope in Feasibility for effective Definition stage deliverables
  • Support detailed engineering resulting in complete "Issued for Construction" drawings that maintain design against prior stage definition, project goals, and Implementation stage objectives
  • Provide process input for project pre-startup review and startup; work with unit engineers to organize and conduct unit performance tests to verify benefits
  • Provide process engineering technical leadership to ensure clarity and accuracy of design against project goals; engage with SMEs, environmental, Operations, and other disciplines
  • Develop technical and scope documents to support process engineering oversight of assigned projects; provide oversight to engineering contractors
  • Lead development of PFDs, P&IDs, PSM activities and reviews, control narratives, and cause & effect documents from initial design
  • Participate in development and implementation of operator training and operating manuals
  • Provide leadership to development, maintenance, and quality of process engineering deliverables (e.g., process design basis, heat and mass balances, simulations, equipment sizing, ISBL/OSBL interfaces)
  • Support project closeout process-related activities (e.g., as-built drawings, MOC closeout) and assist in lessons learned
  • Develop project justification and submittals for annual capital budget
  • Effectively communicate opportunities to Area Teams and refinery leadership; monitor and report status of technical recommendations
  • Some travel for training, professional development, and interfacing with engineering contractors

Skills

Process Engineering
Project Management
Process Optimization
Refinery Engineering
Conceptual Design
Feasibility Studies
Economic Analysis
Detailed Engineering
Startup Support
Performance Testing
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Marathon Petroleum

Refines and markets petroleum products

About Marathon Petroleum

Marathon Petroleum Corporation operates in the energy sector, focusing on refining and marketing petroleum products. They process crude oil into usable products like gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel at the largest refining system in the United States, located in Findlay, Ohio. Their extensive network includes branded retail locations across the country, primarily under the Marathon brand, serving individual consumers and businesses that need bulk fuel supplies. Additionally, they have a midstream subsidiary, MPLX LP, which gathers, processes, and transports crude oil and natural gas, facilitating the supply chain from raw materials to refineries. Marathon Petroleum's integrated business model allows them to control multiple stages of the supply chain, optimizing operations and reducing costs, which enhances profitability. The company's goal is to maintain strategic growth and operational excellence while serving a diverse range of clients efficiently.

Findlay, OhioHeadquarters
1887Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Volatility in crude oil prices can impact MPC's profitability.
Stricter environmental regulations may increase operational costs for MPC.
The rise of electric vehicles could reduce demand for MPC's gasoline products.

Differentiation

MPC operates the largest refining system in the United States.
The company has a strong integrated business model from refining to retail.
MPC's midstream operations through MPLX LP enhance its supply chain control.

Upsides

MPC's focus on operational excellence ensures competitive advantage and profitability.
Recognition for energy efficiency by the EPA highlights MPC's commitment to sustainability.
MPC's extensive retail network strengthens its market presence and customer reach.

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