CC Fixed Equipment Engineer

CITGO•Corpus Christi, TX

About The Position

CITGO Petroleum Corporation’s Corpus Christi Refinery is seeking a Fixed Equipment Engineer to join its Reliability department. The role provides technical expertise and recommendations for fixed equipment mechanical integrity, repairs, and reliability improvements. The engineer provides technical support to maintenance and operations, applies engineering codes and standards, reviews inspection data, and supports repair and reliability planning. Some travel may be required for training and surveillance inspection, primarily within Texas but potentially to other states or outside the United States. Job duties listed are not all-inclusive, and site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Welding Engineering.
At least two years of engineering experience.
Familiarity with relevant industrial standards and codes related to piping, valves, and pressure vessels, including ASME, API, NBIC, and TEMA.
Practical knowledge of Sections VIII and IX and B31.3 of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
Practical knowledge of API Inspection Codes 510 and 570.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of engineering experience.
Working knowledge of ASME PCC-2 Repair of Pressure Equipment and Piping.
Working knowledge of ASME PCC-1 Pressure Boundary Bolted Flange Joint Assembly.
Familiarity or experience with API 650 and 653 tank design, fabrication, and inspection codes.
Experience performing Level 1 and/or Level 2 API-579 Fitness for Service analyses.
Experience applying ASME/API/NBIC codes and calculations relating to alterations, re-rates, and repairs.
Familiarity, working knowledge, or direct experience with API 580/581 Risk Based Inspection methodology.

Responsibilities

Provide daily technical support to maintenance and operations regarding fixed equipment reliability.
Provide engineering support for the review and approval of piping and equipment drawings using applicable specifications.
Use ASME and API codes and standards for fixed equipment calculations, including minimum thickness assessments, vessel re-rates, and reinforcements.
Perform piping system or vessel stress analysis using programs such as Sage Plus, Abaqus, and Caesar II.
Work with maintenance and inspection teams to review fixed equipment inspection data and assist with developing and approving repair recommendations.
Support and mentor less experienced fixed equipment engineers.
Support the planning and execution stages of turnaround maintenance.
Lead and assist with root cause failure analysis of fixed equipment and develop reliability improvement recommendations.
Lead long-term reliability planning for fixed equipment issues.
Travel as needed for training and surveillance inspection.

Benefits

Remote work options for eligible positions, subject to department and/or location.
9/80 work schedule option where applicable.
Annual Vacation Incentive of 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, and vision plans, with FSA and HSA options.
Company-paid life insurance for active employees.
Healthy Rewards Program.
Service Awards Program.
Educational Assistance Plan.
Dependent children scholarships.
Gym membership reimbursement.
Employee discount programs.
On-site health clinic at select locations.
On-site cafeteria at select locations.
On-site credit union and ATM at the corporate office only.
On-site fitness center at select locations.