Engineer I - Mechanical

Cvr-Energy; East Dubuque (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Range

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA

Dependent Care FSA

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Employee referral program

Performance bonus

Job summary

CVR Energy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to join our team under supervision, gaining on-the-job training across engineering phases. You will support plant operations, assist with small projects, and help the Mechanical Integrity group with API inspections and ASME calculations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement to reduce downtime. Qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and 0–2 years of relevant experience; internship

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience required.
• Internship in oil & gas or chemical processing preferred.
• Fluent English, oral and written, required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Technical support for Plant Operations.
• Work with operations, maintenance, and engineering to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Cooperate with drafting and engineers on small project scopes to size equipment.
• Assist in planning and executing unit shutdowns and startups; provide data to vendors.
• Provide project engineering and management for capital and expense projects.
• Monitor upcoming tech changes to improve plant strategies.

Skills

MS Office (Excel)

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Under supervision, the incumbent at this level receives "on-the-job" training in various phases of engineering through specific assignments under close supervision. Tasks are routine in nature to provide experience and familiarization with the staff, engineering methods, practices, and programs of the company. Work is reviewed for accuracy, adequacy and conformance with prescribed procedures.

The Mechanical Engineer I will aid the Principal Mechanical Engineer in monitoring unit operations, completing capital and expense projects in support of plant operations, and assisting the Mechanical Integrity group with API inspection resolutions and ASME calculations. Assignments will include small project design to increase the productivity and efficiency of the plant, assistance to Project Engineering, and contributions to planning and the development of strategies for equipment to optimize plant reliability and reduce downtime.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering required

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• With education requirements, 0-2 years of relevant work experience required.
• College engineering internship preferred, oil & gas or chemical processing internship highly desirable
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment and to address mechanical issues
• Demonstrated knowledge of economic principles, project management, and customer service required
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical principles, troubleshooting, and collaborative skills required
• Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office software packages, including Excel, required
• Demonstrated competencies of priority setting and organizational agility
• Demonstrated competencies of developing peer relations, participating as a team member, and leading others
• Ability to analyze, reason and solve increasingly complex problems
• Ability to adjust to frequent change and adjust schedule as needed to reach Departmental and Plant goals
• Fluent in English, oral and written required

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide Technical support for Plant Operations
• Work in a team environment with operations, maintenance, and engineering to maintain and troubleshoot problems as well as proposing applications for the process units
• Work directly with drafting and other engineers on small project scopes to receive appropriate design and size of equipment needed
• Assist in the planning and execution of unit shutdowns and startups. Administer plant performance test runs as needed, provide any operational data or drawings required to vendors or maintenance if needed
• Provide project engineering and management for capital and expense projects as assigned
• Research and monitor upcoming technological changes to improve future strategies within the plant
• Consistently keep supervisor advised of progress via oral and weekly written reports
• Exposure to work near potentially volatile and combustible materials and chemicals

EXPECTED RESULTS

• Assist with increasing productivity and efficiency of the plant
• Aid optimizing the Process, Design, and Development of projects
• Align performance with Safety, Environmental Compliance, Reliability, and Operating Excellence
• Ensure plant piping and equipment specifications are being met
• Facilitate the proper planning and bidding of job packages
• Develop levels of competence and trust so others seek guidance
• Complete assigned projects within deadlines and budgets
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures

BENEFITS

We are proud to provide competitive wages and benefits. Our benefit package includes:

• Salary Range $72,600-$116,200
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Company-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with a generous Company match
• Competitive Paid Time Off, including 10 Holidays and time off to Volunteer
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Performance-Based Bonus Program

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

CVR Energy is anEqual Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply.

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