Process Eng/Project Engineer

Par Pacific • Newcastle, WY

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Process & Projects Engineer The Opportunity:We are seeking a results-driven Process & Project Engineer to join our refinery team in a high-impact role that combines technical leadership with project execution. Reporting to the Engineering Supervisor, this position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growth-focused energy company by supporting the integrity and performance of refinery assets while advancing long-term reliability, safety, and operational excellence.This role offers a dynamic blend of process engineering and project management responsibilities, with a strong focus on fixed equipment systems and unit operations. As an Engineer, you will develop, maintain, and apply subject matter expertise across areas such as pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping, pressure relief devices (PRDs), pumps, valves, tanks, process chemistry, corrosion and materials, and overall refinery operations. You will act as a technical expert and strategic partner to Operations, Maintenance, and other cross-functional teams, driving solutions to complex reliability challenges, supporting capital and expense projects, and leading key refinery improvement initiatives.The ideal candidate is an experienced engineer with a strong working knowledge of ASME and API codes, a deep understanding of refinery operations and engineering practices, and a proactive, analytical approach to problem-solving. This is a high-visibility role well-suited for professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments, excel in cross-disciplinary collaboration, and are motivated by innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, chemical, or petroleum engineering required.
• Minimum of three years’ engineering experience in a refinery or similar industry, or six years’ non-engineering refining industry experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record throughout employment.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of safety (PSM) and environmental practices.
• Relates well to and effectively influences others within and across functions.
• Required to make timely and informed decisions under pressure.
• Writes clearly and effectively in various settings.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in pressure vessels, piping, heat exchangers, fired equipment, valves, and pressure relief devices preferred.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3 and ASME Section VIII, Division 1 standards preferred.
• Working knowledge of refinery corrosion mechanisms, metallurgy, and materials selection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for fixed equipment and process units across refinery operating areas.
• Monitor process unit performance, identify deviations from strategic operating targets, and recommend corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and implement structured troubleshooting methodologies in collaboration with engineering teams during unit upsets or outages.
• Support turnaround planning and execution, ensuring adherence to technical functional milestones and reliability goals.
• Provide technical support to key refinery departments, including Operations, Maintenance, Environmental, and Safety.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop refinery improvement projects with clear economic justifications and risk assessments.
• Manage and execute all phases of engineering projects—from conceptual studies and process design to cost estimating, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and startup.
• Oversee and direct both in-house and contract engineering resources to ensure timely and efficient project delivery
• Develop and prepare detailed engineering specifications for piping, instrumentation, equipment, construction scopes, and bid packages.
• Support the deployment and sustainment of advanced control systems to enhance operational efficiency and performance.
• Develop economically sound repair vs. replacement recommendations to support reliable decision-making.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of fixed equipment reliability strategies.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of catalyst selection, catalyst changeout planning, and vessel readiness verification.
• Size and select PSVs, control valves, orifice plates, and other flow devices.
• Assist with P&ID development and updates to reflect field changes.
• Participate in PHAs and support PSM roles in MOC, PSSR, and PSI.
• Act as a technical leader on cross-functional teams, providing engineering judgment and approving design decisions.
• Represent Engineering in Root Cause Investigations (RCIs), Process Safety Reviews, and other technical audits as required.
• Champion environmental compliance and support refinery emissions reduction initiatives through targeted process improvements.
• Integrate health, safety, and environmental considerations into all engineering recommendations and project execution plans.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• a robust allotment of paid time off
• a 401(k) with company match
• retirement savings plans
• educational reimbursement
• medical (with prescription coverage)
• dental
• vision
• voluntary critical illness
• accident
• life/AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees can purchase company stock at discounted prices through the Employee Stock Purchase Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level