LM Fixed Equipment Engineer

CITG; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options where eligible

9/80 schedule option

Annual vacation incentive

Paid vacation time

Company-paid holidays

401(k) match

Pension plan

Life insurance

Education assistance

Gym membership reimbursement

On-site health clinic

Job summary

CITGO Petroleum Corporation’s Lemont refinery is seeking an experienced Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer to support reliability and safe operation of fixed equipment assets on-site in Lemont, Illinois. This role collaborates with Inspection, Maintenance, Operations and Capital Projects to ensure compliance and reliability of heat exchangers, pressure vessels, boilers, process heaters and piping.

The position offers a competitive salary range and growth opportunities within the Reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of job-related engineering experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience at a refinery, chemical plant, or heavy industrial facility preferred.
• Familiarity with design/construction codes and standards such as ASME Section I/VIII, API 510/570/571.
• Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PI preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to work in a multi-tasked environment.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain TWIC.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the area team and refinery.
• Perform incident investigations to identify root causes and recommend preventive actions.
• Troubleshoot pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and bolted joints.
• Collaborate with Inspection and Corrosion Engineers on reliability improvements.
• Develop Corrosion Control Documents and Integrity Operating Windows.
• Perform Fitness-for-Service and remaining life calculations.
• Develop repair procedures for damaged equipment.
• Participate in turnaround planning to improve fixed equipment reliability.
• Manage procurement of like-in-kind replacements of fixed equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Driver's license

TWIC credential

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

PI Systems

Job description

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

CITGO Petroleum Corporation’s Lemont refinery is seeking an experienced Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer for their Reliability Department. This position is responsible for performing engineering services for all fixed equipment assets, including heat exchangers, pressure vessels, boilers, process heaters, and piping. This position will work closely with the Inspection Department, Maintenance, Operations, Turnaround Department, and Capital Projects Group to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable operation of the plant. This is an on-site position located at the CITGO Refinery in Lemont, Illinois.

Expected Salary Range: $104,000 - $140,000

Deadline to apply: Thursday, September 3, 2026

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or other related engineering degree
• 2 years of job-related engineering experience, 5+ years of job-related experience preferred
• Experience at a refinery, chemical plant, or heavy industrial facility preferred
• Familiarity with design/construction codes and standards such as ASME Section I, ASME Section VIII, ASME B31.3, API 510, API 570 AND API 571 preferred
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and PI preferred
• Good verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a multi-tasked environment
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC)

Job Duties

• Provide technical support to the area team and others throughout the refinery
• Perform incident investigations to identify root causes of failures and generate recommendations to ensure they do not occur in the future
• Troubleshoot problems with pressure vessels, heat exchangers, bolted joints, etc.
• Work with Inspection and Corrosion Engineers to evaluate equipment damage mechanisms and make recommendations for potential projects and other efforts to mitigate equipment reliability concerns
• Participate in the development of Corrosion Control Documents and Integrity Operating Windows
• Perform Fitness-for-Service and remaining life calculations
• Develop repair procedures for damaged equipment
• Actively participate in turnaround planning and execution to ensure turnarounds achieve fixed equipment reliability improvement goals
• Manage the procurement of like-in-kind replacements of fixed equipment
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
• Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive

Job Duties II

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan
• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.