As a Mechanical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
As a Mechanical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
ADMS Engineer
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical Problem‑Solving -- Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration -- Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
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ADMS Engineer
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical Problem‑Solving -- Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration -- Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
As a Mechanical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
As a Mechanical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
ADMS Engineer
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical Problem-Solving - Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration - Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
ADMS Engineer
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical Problem-Solving - Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration - Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
Refining Chemical Engineering Intern/Co-op Spring 2027
$16.50 - $21.50/hr
As a Chemical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with process equipment fundamentals and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of ...
Refining Chemical Engineering Intern/Co-op Spring 2027
$16.50 - $21.50/hr
As a Chemical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with process equipment fundamentals and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of ...
As a Chemical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with process equipment fundamentals and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of ...
As a Chemical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with process equipment fundamentals and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of ...
ADMS Engineer
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical Problem Solving - Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration - Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
ADMS Engineer
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical Problem Solving - Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration - Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
ADMS Engineer - Jackson, MI
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical ProblemSolving -- Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration -- Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
ADMS Engineer - Jackson, MI
Jackson, MI · On-site
Analytical ProblemSolving -- Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration -- Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
Module Bracket Design Release Engineer
Warren, MI · On-site
$52 - $55/hr
Develop and refine engineering designs for brackets and mounting systems * Release components and related documentation for production * Manage cost, quality, weight/mass, and performance targets for ...
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Module Bracket Design Release Engineer
Warren, MI · On-site
$52 - $55/hr
Develop and refine engineering designs for brackets and mounting systems * Release components and related documentation for production * Manage cost, quality, weight/mass, and performance targets for ...
Lead Building Engineer
$94K - $123K/yr
Search for ways to refine Engineering procedures and expand accomplishments. * Coordinate, oversee, and participate in the successful completion of assigned duties of the Engineering group as ...
Lead Building Engineer
$94K - $123K/yr
Search for ways to refine Engineering procedures and expand accomplishments. * Coordinate, oversee, and participate in the successful completion of assigned duties of the Engineering group as ...
Lead Building Engineer
Southfield, MI · On-site
$94K - $123K/yr
Search for ways to refine Engineering procedures and expand accomplishments. * Coordinate, oversee, and participate in the successful completion of assigned duties of the Engineering group as ...
Lead Building Engineer
Southfield, MI · On-site
$94K - $123K/yr
Search for ways to refine Engineering procedures and expand accomplishments. * Coordinate, oversee, and participate in the successful completion of assigned duties of the Engineering group as ...
Lead Building Engineer
$94K - $123K/yr
Search for ways to refine Engineering procedures and expand accomplishments. * Coordinate, oversee, and participate in the successful completion of assigned duties of the Engineering group as ...
Lead Building Engineer
$94K - $123K/yr
Search for ways to refine Engineering procedures and expand accomplishments. * Coordinate, oversee, and participate in the successful completion of assigned duties of the Engineering group as ...
... Engineer. This role reports within the VCO organization to the North Region Planning Director. In ... Manages the commercial aspects of regional refinery operations planning, including feedstock ...
... Engineer. This role reports within the VCO organization to the North Region Planning Director. In ... Manages the commercial aspects of regional refinery operations planning, including feedstock ...
As an Electrical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
As an Electrical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
As an Electrical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
As an Electrical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all ...
Sr. Software Engineer
$111K - $146K/yr
Analytical Problem‑Solving -- Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration -- Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
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Sr. Software Engineer
$111K - $146K/yr
Analytical Problem‑Solving -- Strong ability to assess challenges and refine engineering approaches to improve outcomes. * Team Collaboration -- Promotes a culture of learning, craftsmanship, and ...
Senior Systems Engineer (Optical Design) - Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$102K - $140K/yr
... refine engineering requirements, perform systems integration and testing, and conduct experiments and research activities. You will apply systems engineering tools and methodologies to integrate ...
Senior Systems Engineer (Optical Design) - Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$102K - $140K/yr
... refine engineering requirements, perform systems integration and testing, and conduct experiments and research activities. You will apply systems engineering tools and methodologies to integrate ...
... refine engineering requirements, perform systems integration and testing, and conduct experiments and research activities. You will apply systems engineering tools and methodologies to integrate ...
... refine engineering requirements, perform systems integration and testing, and conduct experiments and research activities. You will apply systems engineering tools and methodologies to integrate ...
Senior Systems Engineer (Optical Design) - Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$102K - $140K/yr
... refine engineering requirements, perform systems integration and testing, and conduct experiments and research activities. You will apply systems engineering tools and methodologies to integrate ...
Senior Systems Engineer (Optical Design) - Ann Arbor, MI
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$102K - $140K/yr
... refine engineering requirements, perform systems integration and testing, and conduct experiments and research activities. You will apply systems engineering tools and methodologies to integrate ...
You'll contribute to technical decisions, refining engineering best practices, and help us modernize and optimize systems that serve thousands of small businesses. You'll work across our full stack ...
You'll contribute to technical decisions, refining engineering best practices, and help us modernize and optimize systems that serve thousands of small businesses. You'll work across our full stack ...
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| Aspect | Refinery Engineer | Process Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's in Chemical, Mechanical, or Petroleum Engineering; Professional Engineer (PE) license often preferred | Bachelor's in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering; PE license optional |
| Work Environment | Refineries, petrochemical plants, industrial facilities | Manufacturing plants, chemical processing facilities, industrial settings |
| Industry Usage | Primarily in oil refining and petrochemical industries | Broader across manufacturing, chemical, and process industries |
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$32.92/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 24 days ago
Marathon Petroleum rating
6.4
Based on 201 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
49th of 75 rated oil and gas companies
Job description
At MPC, we're committed to being a great place to work - one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities:
As a Mechanical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how all engineering disciplines work together as a cohesive team. You will also gain knowledge of various aspects of a refinery by working with a team of professionals who run a specific portion of the refining process. Most often, Mechanical Engineers will have an opportunity to work on more than one area of the refinery, leading to a broad understanding of how the plant operates. Finally, you will have the opportunity to expand your written and verbal presentation skills in a professional work environment.
The majority of Mechanical Engineering co-ops and interns enter into the following positions:
Area Refining Engineer/Project Engineersdevelop and use project management skills to create project scopes, estimates, and schedules. Once a project is developed and approved, you, as the project manager, will oversee the design effort and assist in the construction process. MPC will provide training and educational opportunities to help you develop your knowledge of other engineering disciplines. We are committed to developing engineers into professional project managers who can successfully manage projects of all sizes.
Reliability Engineerssupport the refinery's Maintenance Department through design and development of equipment related improvements. Such improvements include root cause failure analysis, optimization of maintenance programs in rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, etc.), and troubleshooting fixed equipment (refinery pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping systems, etc.). Reliability Engineers will also be continuously challenged to find new technology in design, materials and repair methods to achieve refinery goals of longer running times at lower costs.
Qualifications:
- Candidates must be majoring in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering
- Strong academic performance
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the US on a full-time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Positions are available spring, summer, and fall semesters
- Availability for multiple work terms is preferred
- A valid driver's license is required
- Concurrent enrollment in a degree seeking program
- Military experience a plus
- MIN - $32.92 per hour / MAX - $41.67 per hour
Learn more about Marathon Petroleum's benefits at www.mympcbenefits.com
As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
Findlay, OhioJob Requisition ID:
00020137Pay Min/Max:
$0.00 - $999.99 HourlyGrade:
HRLY1Location Address:
539 S Main StAdditional locations:
Anacortes, Washington, Canton, Ohio, Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Detroit, Michigan, El Paso, Texas, Garyville, Louisiana, Kenai, Alaska, Mandan, North Dakota, Martinez CA Refinery, Robinson, Illinois, Salt Lake City, Utah, St Paul Park, Minnesota, Texas City, Texas, Wilmington, CaliforniaEducation:
High School (Required)Employee Group:
Part timeEmployee Subgroup:
InternMarathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available atmympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.
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Marathon Petroleum Corporation, headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, US, is a leading independent petroleum refining, marketing, and transportation company. Their official website can be found at marathonpetroleum.com. The company, part of the energy sector, was established in 1887, making it one of the oldest petroleum companies in the US. It operates an integrated refining, marketing and transportation system concentrated primarily in the Midwest, Northeast, East Coast, Southeast and Gulf Coast of the United States. This includes refineries, pipelines, and terminals that process and transport crude oil and refined products.
Industry
Oil and gas extraction
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Findlay, OH, US
Year founded
1887