Project Engineer, Process Engineer

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.;
Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels‑per‑day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best‑branded supplier companies in the industry.

Responsible for developing solutions to engineering problems that require the use of ingenuity and creativity. Analyzes scope of the project and determines engineering requirements, develops economic and feasibility studies and performs engineering designs in accordance with applicable specifications and procedures. Supports as required the Above Ground Storage Tank Inspection Program (ASTIP) and the Integrity Management (IM) program. Provides technical assistance to operational personnel.

Participates in and helps direct and coordinate team or task force effort toward the solution of project development and design problems.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Four (4) years of engineering experience
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Scheduling
• Design experience (e.g., hydraulic, pipe stress, pump design)

• Intermediate level familiarity with industry standards and specifications related to project work (design, construction and operation). Understanding and application of 49 CFR 195 and 192.
• API 653 Certification.
• Experience with SAP.

• Diagnose operating problems and monitor operations of assigned units daily.
• Demonstrate analytical and engineering skills.
• Exhibit intimate knowledge of the process and technologies of assigned units.
• Use and apply standard principles, theories, concepts, and techniques in providing solutions to various problems.
• Provide technical assistance to assigned area and troubleshoot operating problems while recommending timely solutions.
• Develop conceptual plans, analyze scope of projects, and determine engineering requirements.
• Prepare special studies and reports including engineering and technological studies, feasibility and economic analysis reports and cost estimates.
• Develop process designs for small ( less than USD 1MM) capital projects.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

• Provide project management oversight for assigned projects, with responsibility for quality, cost, and schedule with the capabilities to handle projects up to $5 million total installed cost. Develop and maintain fluency in SAP, as required to make use of the Project System, Plant Maintenance, and Materials Management modules. Assist customers with project and SAP related questions. Develops and provides support during development of AFE quality estimates and preparation of material/construction bid packages.
  
  Analyze supplier/contractor bids and provide recommendation for award. Provide support as required in development of Terminal and Pipelines capital budget. Review engineering drawings as relates to Terminal and Pipeline facilities to ensure alignment with CITGO standards as relate to safety, environmental, operation and design.
• Provide creative engineered designs in compliance with all applicable industry, local, state, and federal codes and regulations and in accordance with corporate capital project initiatives. Professional engineers registered in the state where the project is constructed must occasionally review calculations and designs. Formal design calculations must stand up to the review of these engineers so they can be stamped with the professional engineer's stamp.
• Support operations by providing on an emergency and routine basis, diagnoses, and resolution of basic technical problems. Solve the problems by working (long distance via phone, email, and fax) with people of different skill levels covering all aspects of engineering - automation, equipment, piping,…