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Department of Justice

Engineering Technician

Seatac, WA · On-site

$71K/yr

... mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems. Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as ... Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree meets the requirements, only in those ...

Department of Justice

Engineering Technician

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$64K/yr

... mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems. Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as ... Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree meets the requirements, only in those ...

C.T. Male Associates

Environmental Engineer I

Latham, NY · On-site

$56K - $63K/yr

... petroleum and chemical related permitting/inspection/spill plans and SPDES permitting. Remediation ... Requirements * Bachelor's degree in environmental or chemical engineering from an accredited ...

C.T. Male Associates

Environmental Engineer I

Latham, NY

$56K - $63K/yr

... petroleum and chemical related permitting/inspection/spill plans and SPDES permitting. Remediation ... Requirements * Bachelor's degree in environmental or chemical engineering from an accredited ...

C.T. Male Associates

Environmental Engineer I

Latham, NY

$56K - $63K/yr

... petroleum and chemical related permitting/inspection/spill plans and SPDES permitting. Remediation ... Requirements * Bachelor's degree in environmental or chemical engineering from an accredited ...

C.T. Male Associates

Environmental Engineer I

Latham, NY

$56K - $63K/yr

... petroleum and chemical related permitting/inspection/spill plans and SPDES permitting. Remediation ... Requirements * Bachelor's degree in environmental or chemical engineering from an accredited ...

C.T. Male Associates

Environmental Engineer I

Latham, NY

$56K - $63K/yr

... petroleum and chemical related permitting/inspection/spill plans and SPDES permitting. Remediation ... Requirements * Bachelor's degree in environmental or chemical engineering from an accredited ...

C T Male Associates

Environmental Engineer I

Latham, NY · On-site

$56K - $63K/yr

Male Associates is a multidiscipline firm offering comprehensive Engineering, Architecture ... petroleum and chemical related permitting/inspection/spill plans and SPDES permitting. Remediation ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate petroleum engineering in the United States is $80,025.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Graduate Petroleum Engineer, your daily activities may include assisting with reservoir analysis, supporting drilling and production operations, collecting and interpreting field data, and preparing technical reports under the guidance of senior engineers. You'll often collaborate with geologists, field technicians, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to contribute to project planning and troubleshooting. The role may involve both office-based work and occasional site visits, allowing you to gain hands-on experience and a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end oil and gas production process. This exposure provides an excellent foundation for career advancement and skill development in the petroleum sector.

What is a Graduate Petroleum Engineering job?

A Graduate Petroleum Engineering job is an entry-level role for recent graduates in petroleum engineering. It involves assisting in the exploration, extraction, and production of oil and gas under the supervision of senior engineers. Responsibilities may include analyzing reservoir data, optimizing drilling techniques, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. This role provides practical experience and technical training to develop expertise in the field. Graduates often work for oil and gas companies, service providers, or consultancy firms.

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To thrive as a Graduate Petroleum Engineer, a solid foundation in petroleum engineering principles, mathematics, and geology—supplemented by a relevant degree—is essential. Familiarity with industry-standard software tools like PETREL, Eclipse, and proficiency in data analysis or modeling are commonly expected, alongside safety certifications such as H2S or Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training (BOSIET). Strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and adaptability help individuals excel in multidisciplinary teams and dynamic work environments. These skills are vital for delivering safe, informed, and innovative solutions to complex extraction and production challenges in the petroleum industry.

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LC Process Control Engineer

LC Process Control Engineer

CITGO Petroleum Corporation

Lake Charles, LA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Citgo rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

52nd of 74 rated oil and gas companies

Job description

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.

At CITGO our people are our most important resource.  Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

The Process Control Engineer has the primary responsibility for developing, implementing and maintaining basic and advanced process control strategies and applications for an assigned area.  The Process Control Engineer improves process unit performance and optimizes unit operation through deployment and support of process control concepts and technology. The Process Control Engineer's secondary responsibilities include support to the alarm management program, advanced operator interface graphics (HMI) development, general troubleshooting of operating conditions, and to provide training to Console Operators regarding control strategies, alarm management and HMI (Human Machine Interface).

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Electrical, preferred)
  • If recent graduate, overall GPA of 3.0 or above (A=4.0) (Must provide proof of current GPA at time of hire to verify eligibility requirements are met)
  • Refining and/or petrochemical experience, preferred 
  • Experience with Honeywell and/or Emerson DeltaV DCS systems, highly preferred
  • Experience with Honeywell Profit Suite and/or AspenTech DMC3, preferred
  • Good verbal and written communication skills 
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC)
Job Duties
  • Troubleshooting activities and performing routine work efforts to maintain and improve process control utilization and reliability
  • Providing routine work efforts to maintain and improve unit performance
  • Designing, reviewing, and modifying regulatory and advanced regulatory control loops and regulatory loop tuning, alarm and point configuration and console operator HMI graphics
  • Providing project management on new capital automation projects at the basic, advanced regulatory, or APC levels
  • Providing project support on capital projects with significant automation scope and supporting MOC and/or project manager with process control modifications 
  • Acting as a process control subject matter expert for process hazards analysis, process design modifications, risk assessment review, alarm management, and incident investigations
  • Designing, monitoring, and maintaining multivariable process controllers in refining process applications

Application Deadline: Sunday, June 14, 2026 @ 11:59 PM 

Job Duties II

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned. 

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan

• Performance Incentive

• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)


PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID - 1908 

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