Logistics & Storage Engineering - Project Engineer 1 (Intern to Full-Time Conversion)

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Findlay (OH); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation, based in Findlay, Ohio, seeks a project engineer within MPLX's Logistics & Storage Engineering to lead cross‑functional project work for MPL, Terminals, and Marine assets. You will drive safety, schedule, and design quality across multiple concurrent projects.

Ideal candidates have an ABET‑accredited engineering degree and 0–3 years' related experience, with internship experience and a valid driver's license; travel up to 25–35% with a hybrid schedule in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Earned Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited institution.
• 0 to 3 years of related experience.
• Successful completion of a Marathon Petroleum (MPC/MPLX) internship/co-op is required.
• Valid driver's license for work-related travel.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with affected departments to vet resource estimates, schedules, and safety impacts.
• Supports detailed design reviews to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Prepares bid requests for material, labor, and equipment and evaluates proposals.
• Manages multiple projects from conception to commissioning and start-up.
• Acts as a safety leader, leads project safety meetings and energy isolation procedures.
• Troubleshoots operational issues and optimizes processes.
• Participates in project safety reviews such as HAZOPs and PHAs.

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Mechanical, Civil or Electrical)

Job description

Findlay, Ohio

La Palma, California

Salt Lake City, Utah

Full time

00024199

An exciting career awaits you

POSITION SUMMARY:

As part of MPLX, a midstream company majority owned by MPC, Logistics & Storage Engineering (L&SE) is an engineering service and project management organization comprised of engineering and other resources that primarily manage project work associated with Marathon Pipe Line (MPL), Terminals, and Marine organizations within MPLX.

Marathon Petroleum prides itself on having the highest level of safety and quality in the industry, and we expect our project engineers to hold themselves to that high standard as well.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other key responsibilities include:

• Collaborates with affected departments during project development to vet resource estimates, schedules, business benefits, environmental/health/safety impacts.
• Supports project detailed design and technical reviews to ensure design meets corporate engineering standards.
• Prepares bid requests for material, labor, and equipment and evaluate proposals on sound engineering and business principles.
• Supports multiple projects simultaneously of varying magnitude and complexity from conception to commissioning and start-up.
• Acts as a safety leader who upholds company core values and prioritizes personal and process safety. Prepares and leads engaging project safety meetings, drives safely, utilizes the MOC process, and supports the development and implementation of business partner energy isolation procedures. Supports department and company HES goals.
• Troubleshoots operational issues and optimizes processes utilizing sound engineering practices.
• Participates in project safety reviews including HAZOPs, PHAs, PSSRs, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Earned Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited institution required (December 2026 or May 2027 graduate).
• Strong academic performance.
• Zero (0) to three (3) years of related experience required.
• Successful completion of a Marathon Petroleum (MPC/MPLX) internship/co-op is required.
• Valid driver's license for work-related travel.
• Must be authorized to work in the United Sates without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - TRAVEL:

• Travel up to 25-35% of the time is expected, including some overnight travel. We offer a hybrid work schedule.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:

00024199

Pay Min/Max:

$93,000.00 - $139,500.00 Salary

Grade:

10

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Additional locations:

La Palma, California, Salt Lake City, Utah

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here (https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs_/Department_of_Labor_EEOC_.pdf) . If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail] . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.