Process Engineer

Flint Hills Resources; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend Refinery in Rosemount, MN is hiring a Process Engineer. This role builds refinery operations knowledge and applies core engineering fundamentals. You will rotate through refinery units to gain hands-on engineering experience and career growth.

The position offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off, and a compensation philosophy based on value created. A strong starting salary is expected with opportunities in operations engineering and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• Two (2) or more years of process engineering experience preferred.
• Refinery/petrochemical experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• EH&S and Process Safety Risk Profile.
• Oil flow and high-level function of refinery process units.
• Basic refinery economics.
• Analyze and identify EH&S and business improvement opportunities.
• Apply engineering fundamentals to unit health monitoring.
• Support production teams to resolve problems within timelines.
• Understand and interact with refinery support groups.
• Provide technical support for turnaround activities.
• Troubleshoot process-related problems using root cause analysis.
• Drive innovation and value through Principled Based Management.

Skills

Process engineering

EH&S

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend RefineryinRosemount, MNlocated in theMinneapolis/St. Paul Metro is hiring aProcess Engineer. This role is a position that builds refinery operations knowledge and understanding and application of key engineering fundamentals. These skills will enable further career opportunities in operations engineering, process control, or data analytics, monitoring & troubleshooting.

Flint Hills Resources is a different kind of company, we are privately owned, eligible for a flexible work arrangement and a “9/80” work schedule that offers every other Friday off and our compensation philosophy is based on the value you create. Come realize your full potential and join our team!

Our Team

This role will be working on a team of several new engineers of varying engineering disciplines. Each engineer is assigned a series of rotations to provide engineering support to specific parts of the business. This rotation also provides an opportunity for development and career advancement.

Our Rotational Program

Engineers progress through discipline-based rotations supporting the different refinery units and process/mechanical systems onsite. Anticipated timeframe within the Plant Engineering group is roughly one (1) year with rotations in process/operations engineering. Each rotation builds technical capability, operational knowledge, and increasing ownership, preparing engineers for long‑term growth in process engineering roles.

What You Will Gain

• Deep operational understanding of a complex refinery environment
• Practical, plant‑based engineering experience early in your career
• Structured development through on‑site engineering rotations
• Direct collaboration with operations, maintenance, and technical expert
• Early exposure to process engineering and principles
• Preparation for multiple engineering career paths
• Professional growth within a values‑based culture

What You Will Do

• EH&S and Process Safety Risk Profile
• Oil flow and high-level function of refinery process units
• Basic refinery economics
• Analytical skills and engineering knowledge to identify, assess, and implement EH&S and business improvement opportunities
• Engineering fundamentals applied to unit health monitoring
• Production team problem resolution or opportunity definition developed within prescribed timelines
• Function and purpose of the different support groups within the refinery
• Technical support as required for turnaround activities in assigned areas
• Troubleshooting process-related problems and leverage of root cause analysis techniques to determine the appropriate repair scopes
• How to drive innovation and transformation, make calculated bets, improve efficiency, expand capability, and create value through the application of Principled Based Management

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
• This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

What Will Put You Ahead

• Two (2) or more years of process engineering experience
• Refinery/Petrochemical experience

For this role, we anticipate paying $90,000 - $120,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline - delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

• Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

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