Planning & Optimization Engineer

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Refinery Value Chain Optimization (RVCO) is seeking a motivated employee with interest in commercial economics and optimization. This is an entry level position in economics and planning group. The employee will learn how to collaborate with multiple refining and commercial counterparts while building planning and scheduling skills in Advanced Petroleum Scheduling (APS). Based on learning experience and departmental needs, the role will have opportunities to develop PIMS linear programming (LP) modeling skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works closely with commercial schedulers, traders, and refinery-based personnel.

Manages scheduling and coordinating responsibilities independently. Coordinates with key stakeholders to maximize feedstock or product value. Clearly identifies value opportunities in coordinating role and executes them.

Proactively identifies and communicates commercial/ operational optimization opportunities that improve area’s financial disposition.

Learns the commercial aspects of regional refinery operations, including feedstock selection, product and intermediate placement, supply chain optimization, and market analysis.

Demonstrates a basic understanding of refinery processes, equipment, and optimization techniques.

Assists in collaboration meetings with the value chain to discuss both local and regional economic drivers.

Schedules naphtha/aromatics process units using APS

Manages nominations associated with refinery naphtha, aromatics, and steam system along with 3rd party communication during operations disruptions

Participates in Infrastructure alignment meetings

Supports project development for several commodities such as butylene, xylenes and other petchems.

Modifies production plans as needed to adjust to demand/margin changes. Identifies constraints associated with refinery modeling uses provided input to develop refinery plans.

The applicant will also be expected to train for several backfill responsibilities within the group.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelors Degree in Engineering is required. (Education must be obtained/completed prior to start date)

Minimum of 3 years relevant industry (refining/chemical) experience is required.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

A valid drivers license is required.

Experience in refinery Technical Services or Operations is preferred.

This position grade may vary depending on candidate experience. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Texas City, Texas

Additional locations:

Job Requisition ID:

00013695

Location Address:

2401 5th Ave S

Education:

Bachelors: Engineering

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon 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 (https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs/DepartmentofLaborEEOC.pdf) . 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 at https://mympcbenefits.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.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nations largest refining system. MPCs marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.