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Turner & Townsend

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline * 5-10+ years of project management experience (energy, oil & gas, or infrastructure preferred) * Demonstrated ...

Winaxis

ICSR Lead Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$97K - $128K/yr

Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical Key Responsibilities: - Support operations and maintenance activities for ICSR (Industrial Control System Risk) systems, including reviewing procedures, access ...

HGA

Mechanical Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

This Mechanical Engineer is responsible for developing and executing mechanical engineering designs, calculations, and specifications to support Oil & Gas, Refinery, and Chemical industry projects ...

Welker, Inc

Field Service Technician

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

$20 - $32/hr

You'll work both in-house and at customer sites, maintaining and repairing mechanical and instrumentation equipment used in oil & gas, refinery, and industrial environments. This is a physically ...

Welker, Inc

Field Service Technician

Sugar Land, TX · On-site

$20 - $32/hr

You'll work both in-house and at customer sites, maintaining and repairing mechanical and instrumentation equipment used in oil & gas, refinery, and industrial environments . This is a physically ...

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How much do internship oil gas refinery jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship oil gas refinery in the United States is $17.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Oil Gas Refinery vs Oil & Gas Field Technician?

AspectInternship Oil Gas RefineryOil & Gas Field Technician
CredentialsTypically students or recent graduates; no formal certification requiredTechnical certifications or relevant experience often preferred
Work EnvironmentRefinery facilities, office settings, or lab environmentsOn-site at drilling sites, pipelines, and production fields
Industry UsageInternship programs in refineries for training and educationOperational roles in oil extraction and production

While both roles are within the oil and gas industry, an Internship Oil Gas Refinery focuses on training and education within refinery settings, often for students or entry-level candidates. In contrast, an Oil & Gas Field Technician involves hands-on work in the field, performing operational and maintenance tasks at extraction sites. The internship is more educational, whereas the technician role is operational and requires practical skills.

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Infographic showing various Internship Oil Gas Refinery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,995 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Electrical Engineer (PE) - Refinery & Oil & Gas

America At Work

Ferndale, WA • On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a passion for solving complex industrial challenges? Our client is seeking a Licensed Professional Electrical Engineer (PE) to join their growing engineering team supporting major refinery and oil & gas projects in the Pacific Northwest.
This hybrid opportunity offers the flexibility of working three days onsite in Ferndale, WA (Tuesday-Thursday) and two days remotely (Monday & Friday) while contributing to innovative capital projects for industry-leading clients.
If you're experienced in power distribution, hazardous area design, ETAP/SKM analysis, electrical system design, and refinery engineering, we'd like to hear from you.
Why Join Our Client?
For more than 100 years, our client has delivered world-class engineering, project management, and construction solutions across:
  • Oil & Gas
  • Refining
  • Energy
  • Chemical Processing
  • Life Sciences
  • Food & Beverage
  • Power Generation

Their engineers work on challenging projects while enjoying an employee-focused culture built around collaboration, safety, innovation, and professional growth.
What You'll Do
As an Electrical Engineer, you'll lead and support electrical engineering design for refinery and industrial facility projects from concept through commissioning.
Responsibilities include:
  • Design electrical systems for refinery and industrial facilities
  • Develop one-line diagrams, wiring schematics, and electrical construction packages
  • Perform:
    • Load calculations
    • Voltage drop calculations
    • Cable sizing
    • Conduit sizing
    • Grounding design
    • Lighting calculations
  • Perform power system studies including:
    • Arc Flash Analysis
    • Short Circuit Studies
    • Protective Device Coordination
  • Utilize ETAP, SKM, or EasyPower software
  • Prepare electrical equipment specifications
  • Develop scopes of work and technical documentation
  • Prepare material requisitions and review vendor submittals
  • Evaluate electrical equipment and recommend technical solutions
  • Respond to RFIs during construction
  • Support commissioning, startup, and refinery turnaround activities
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Maintain project budgets and schedules
  • Ensure compliance with:
    • NEC
    • IEEE
    • API
    • NFPA 70E
    • NFPA 497
  • Participate in client meetings and provide engineering leadership throughout project execution

Required Qualifications
Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Experience
  • 8-10+ years of electrical engineering experience
  • Experience within:
    • Oil & Gas
    • Refining
    • Petrochemical
    • Chemical Processing
    • Heavy Industrial Facilities
License
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License Required

Technical Skills
Ideal candidates will possess experience with:
  • Low & Medium Voltage Power Distribution
  • Hazardous Area Classification
  • Electrical Equipment Specifications
  • Protective Relay Coordination
  • Power System Analysis
  • Arc Flash Studies
  • Short Circuit Analysis
  • Motor Control Centers (MCC)
  • Industrial Power Systems
  • Electrical Design Packages
  • ETAP
  • SKM PowerTools
  • EasyPower
  • Bluebeam
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of:
  • NEC
  • IEEE
  • NFPA
  • API Standards

Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with the following experience are strongly encouraged to apply:
  • Refinery engineering
  • Brownfield industrial projects
  • Capital projects
  • Process facilities
  • Turnarounds
  • Commissioning
  • Startup support
  • Field engineering
  • Owner's engineering
  • EPC engineering environments

$130,000 - $165,000 a year
Why do engineers choose our client?
Industry-leading refinery projects
Collaborative engineering teams
Hybrid work flexibility
Long-term career growth
Technical leadership opportunities
Stable company with 150+ years of success
Employee-focused culture
Apply Today
If you're a Professional Electrical Engineer (PE) looking to advance your career with one of the nation's most respected industrial engineering firms, we encourage you to apply today.
Join our client and help engineer the next generation of refinery and industrial infrastructure.
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