Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Location: Toledo Refinery, Oregon, OH Employment Type: Full-time, on-site

Company Overview

A leading independent refiner in North America, this company specializes in producing transportation fuels, petrochemical feedstocks, and lubricants. With operations across multiple states, the company is dedicated to operational excellence, safety, and environmental sustainability. Its refineries utilize advanced engineering to enhance efficiency and optimize production.

Position Overview

The Process Engineer will be responsible for ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient refinery operations, with a particular focus on distillation processes, pump performance, and process troubleshooting. This role requires working closely with maintenance teams and business units to improve operational performance and drive cost-saving initiatives. Additionally, the engineer will play a key role in mentoring and developing junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Compliance: Maintain 100% adherence to HSE policies and process safety regulations.
• Distillation Process & Refinery Operations:
  • Optimize fractionation columns and separation techniques.
  • Troubleshoot and enhance distillation efficiency.
• Pump Operations & Troubleshooting:
  • Diagnose and resolve pump performance issues.
  • Work with centrifugal and positive displacement pumps to improve reliability.
• Process Optimization & Monitoring:
  • Troubleshoot and evaluate refinery unit performance to maximize efficiency.
  • Provide technical support for cost savings and profit improvement initiatives.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing:
  • Support the professional development of junior engineers.
  • Provide guidance in problem-solving and hands-on learning.
• Incident Investigations: Assist in root cause analysis for process safety and operational failures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 0-2+ years of relevant experience in refinery operations or process engineering.
• Deep experience in distillation processes, pumps, and troubleshooting .
• Passion for mentoring and supporting junior engineers' growth.
• Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting and optimization.
• Experience with process modeling software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS) is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to report findings and collaborate with teams.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects in a technically challenging environment.
• Be part of a company that values safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive salary and career advancement opportunities.