Associate Engineer

Energy Transfer; Newtown Square (Delaware County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunoco is seeking an engineer to provide technical expertise for the development, design, and execution of capital, expense, and maintenance projects. The role focuses on cost estimation, AFEs, and ensuring safe, efficient project delivery across multiple sites.

The position requires a BS in Engineering with 0-3 years of experience in engineering and project management, preferably in a pipeline/petrochemical environment. Strong communication and Excel skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering with a preference for Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering.
• 0-3 years experience in engineering and project management; 0-5 years in pipeline/petrochemical environment preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with corporate, terminal/pipeline personnel, senior management, licensors, and industry contacts.
• Excellent PC skills, proficient in Microsoft products; Excel proficiency required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develops, designs, and performs cost estimation and prepares AFEs for capital and expense projects.
• Prepares specifications and procures materials and equipment for timely execution of projects.
• Provides technical support to departments to ensure safe, efficient installations.
• Performs engineering, design, installation, and startup of projects; supervises contract personnel as needed.
• Manages multiple projects within budget and schedule; follows safety rules and regulations.
• Implements company processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintains risk control to public safety and environment; ensures compliance with regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Independent worker

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Description

Sunoco LPis a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 32 countries and territories in North America, the Greater Caribbean, and Europe. The Partnership’s midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 14,000 miles of pipeline and over 160 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership’s fuel distribution operations, which distribute over 15 billion gallons annually to approximately 11,000 Sunoco and partner-branded retail locations, as well as independent dealers and commercial customers.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary:

Provide technical expertise for development, design, and execution of capital, expense, and maintenance projects in a safe, profitable, timely and efficient manner. .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops, designs, and performs cost estimation and prepares/submits “Authorization for Expenditures” (AFEs) for capital and expense projects. Evaluation, design, specification and estimation of costs, for preparation and submittal of project AFEs, is a vital function for this position.

Prepares specifications and procures materials and equipment for a timely and efficient execution of projects.

Provides technical support to all departments that will result in safe, efficient and cost effective installations.

Performs engineering, design, installation, and startup of capital, expense and maintenance projects. Supervises contract personnel as needed to perform these functions.

Performs cost tracking and status reporting for assigned projects.

Implement all company job related processes, procedures, guidelines, and best practices.

Manages multiple projects simultaneously within a managed budget and execution schedule.

Follows all safety rules and guidelines as established by the HES Department.

Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations.

Reduces potential risk to public safety and environment and minimize company liability.

Required Skills

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

BS in Engineering with a preference for Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering.

0-3 years experience in engineering and project management required. 0-5 years exposure in a pipeline/petrochemical operating environment preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the capability to work with corporate and terminal/pipeline personnel, senior management, as well as applications licensors and other industry contacts required

Excellent PC skills, with proficiency in Microsoft products required. Proficient in Excel spreadsheet skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and capable of taking initiative and making decisions is required

Basic knowledge of petroleum products and industry terminology required.

Proficient project coordination and management skills required

Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail, with the ability to proof work for accuracy

Basic knowledge of terminal/pipeline systems and terminal/pipeline optimization economics required

Ability to work independently with little supervision as well as possess the capability to work efficiently in a team environment required

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently, managing time and scheduling to meet appropriate deadlines

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to handle, feel, or utilize finger dexterity; reach with hands and arms; and may occasionally be required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Primary Location

United States-Pennsylvania-NEWTOWN SQUARE

Work Locations

Newtown Square PA (100000356) 3805 West Chester Pike Newtown Square 19073

Schedule

Regular

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Job Posting

Oct 14, 2026, 6:15:32 PM

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