Intern

Delek US • El Dorado, AR

13d

About The Position

The Reliability Engineering Intern supports refinery initiatives, with a strong focus on mechanical integrity and inspection. Part of the work is performed in the field, where the intern may document detailed findings, participate in committees, and learn to track, monitor, and justify projects. The position provides training through collaboration with experienced engineers on equipment performance, troubleshooting, investigations, design, and analysis.

Field work may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, heights, and outdoor weather, as well as climbing, standing, crawling, confined-space entry, and maneuvering through operating process units. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required in the refinery. The intern is also expected to help maintain a safe, clean, and orderly workplace and prepare reports and other documents.

Requirements

• Currently a junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum GPA of 3.00.
• Availability to work at least 40 hours per week and overtime as needed (the posting states “twenty (40) hours a week”).
• Basic knowledge of industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with SDS and safety protocols in a mechanical environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision.
• Ability to record and present data clearly and concisely.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid software application skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Good organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness and desire for continual learning and self-development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with industrial operations.
• Demonstrated adaptability and desire for learning.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with personnel within and outside the plant, including vendors and corporate colleges.
• Ability to communicate professionally.
• Ability to exercise professional judgment.
• Results-oriented approach.
• Active participation in creating a respectable work environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working environment by complying with safety procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Troubleshoot equipment, determine root causes, and take corrective action to resolve system failures.
• Participate in technical investigations, design, and analysis of equipment performance to identify deficiencies, obsolescence, and opportunities for improvement alongside experienced engineers.
• Develop, select, and test equipment and components to evaluate and select best-in-class technology systems.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineers on equipment problem-solving through root-cause analysis, troubleshooting, and solutions intended to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee mechanical and/or instrumentation equipment activities to generate critical equipment lists and update P&IDs and equipment specifications.
• Plan and design process equipment and write specifications.
• Work independently and as part of a cross-functional team to support continuous improvement in supply-chain performance and customer satisfaction.
• Create and prepare reports, type documents, and file.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) match of up to 10%, available from hire start, with a one-year vesting timeline.
• Medical benefits beginning on day one, with an annual 30% premium rebate.
• Free access to the Calm app for meditation, stress management, and sleep support.
• Opportunity to earn additional annual incentives through the performance management program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern