Petroleum Engineer Rotation Jobs in Cincinnati, OH

Job Location (Short): Newcastle, WY, USA, 82701

Par Pacific is a growth-oriented company that owns and operates market-leading energy and infrastructure businesses in logistically complex markets. Par Pacific combines experience in the oil and gas industry with corporate financing know-how. We bring this unique strength to complex markets where we seek out diamonds in the rough. As a nimble, entrepreneurial organization, we actively pursue new opportunities in response to local market demands and changing external environments.

The Environmental Engineer is responsible for supporting and overseeing day-to-day environmental compliance activities at Wyoming Refining Company, including wastewater treatment operations, groundwater monitoring, waste management, remediation activities, and air quality compliance. Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, regulatory reporting, and supporting refinery environmental programs. The Environmental Engineer will report directly to the Environmental Manager and will work closely with Environmental Engineers and Environmental Technicians within the Environmental Department.

This role supports implementation of refinery environmental compliance programs and management of Federal and State regulatory requirements applicable to refinery operations and associated facilities. This individual is responsible for understanding the technical / regulatory basis for their assigned duties, actively monitoring refinery systems related to environmental compliance, being proactive in identifying, communicating, and resolving concerns for potential compliance issues, effectively managing compliance records, and participating in agency inspections.

• WRC complies with various aspects of the:
• Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) program.
• Benzene Waste Operations NESHAP (BWON) NSPS Subpart QQQ compliance program. Title V permitting, emissions inventory reporting, and applicable state and federal air quality requirements.
• Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR) program support. RCRA, DOT, and other waste regulations.
• May serve as a project manager or project team member for environmental and compliance-related projects, including planning, implementation, contractor coordination, and field execution. Manages field activities associated with assigned projects with operating, technical, maintenance, construction, and environmental personnel. Manage contractor activity, including the preparation of RFQ packages, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations and administration.
• Spill management, reporting, and investigating.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance of various systems and processes and make recommendations for future projects and initiatives.
• Manage and support capital projects as needed.
• Support and maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations and permit requirements. Support refinery air compliance programs, including emissions calculations, regulatory reporting, permit compliance, and monitoring requirements associated with refinery operations.
• Ensure all regulatory reports are complete, correct, and submitted on time.
• Ensure prompt reporting of permit deviations to proper Agencies.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships throughout Wyoming Refining Company’s organization.
  • Work closely with other Environmental team members.
  • Work closely and routinely interact with the Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering Departments to ensure their awareness of current environmental systems’ status and inform them of any changes that are required to be made.
• Serve as a member of the Environmental Department’s on-call team.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Monitor refinery environmental systems and programs to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Manage environmental compliance data, reports, and electronic recordkeeping systems.
• Identify, communicate, and support resolution of potential compliance issues.
• Coordinate effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support environmental reporting, inspections, audits, and incident response activities.
• Participate in the Environmental Department on-call rotation.
• Lead or support assigned environmental projects and initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and special assignments as needed.
• 50% office work, 50% field work as applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical, Petroleum, or related discipline) or Environmental Science required.
• This position is intended to be filled at an experienced level as evaluated by qualifications and experience. Preference may be given to candidates with refinery environmental compliance experience.
• Strong communication skills. Fluent in English, both oral and written required.
• 8+ years of experience in environmental with a focus on compliance and regulatory programs strongly desired.
• 5+ years of refining experience preferred.
• Preferred candidates will have familiarity with refinery air compliance programs, including Title V permitting, LDAR, NSPS, MACT, emissions reporting, or flare compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (advanced mastery in Microsoft Excel is preferred) and Adobe Acrobat, with the ability to learn and utilize specialized environmental and maintenance database systems (e.g., RegPerfect, SAP, Navigator).
• Experience with emissions inventories, emissions calculations, or regulatory reporting required.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to collect, manage, analyze, and interpret environmental and operational data, including emissions and compliance information. Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adjust work schedules as needed to support operational and regulatory requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills required for building effective cross-functional relationships to solve problems and function effectively within tight deadlines, prioritize work, and provide appropriate feedback on progress of projects.
• Familiarity with refinery air quality compliance programs, emissions reporting, permitting, and applicable Clean Air Act regulations required.
• A history of working with State and Federal Regulators and experience with the Code of Federal Regulations preferred.
• Ability to work in refinery operating environments, including outdoor conditions, elevated areas, and around industrial equipment while wearing required PPE.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a strong comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance; a robust allotment of paid time off; a 401(k) with company match; retirement savings plans; educational reimbursement; and more.

Because Par Pacific is located in some of the most beautiful places throughout the country, our employees get to make these places their home and enrich their lives. You will work in Newcastle, the county seat of Weston County, which offers the neighborly culture you would expect in a small town. We are proud of our great schools, low cost of living, and even lower cost of housing. The downtown historic district is listed with the National Registry of Historic Places, and it helps preserve the Western culture that residents love.

Par Pacific is an equal opportunity employer.

Par Pacific prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.