Mechanical Engineer I: Plant Ops & Project Design

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

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