Project Engineer

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Findlay (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to manage project scope, estimates, scheduling, design, and construction oversight for pipeline, terminals, and marine projects. The role emphasizes safety, environment, and regulatory compliance with a path to higher responsibility based on experience.

Preferred locations include Findlay, OH or Indianapolis, IN with up to 25–35% travel and a hybrid work schedule. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a four-year accredited college or university.
• Valid driver’s license; travel to field locations will be required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 3+ years of industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with affected departments during project development to vet resource estimates, schedules, and safety impacts.
• Facilitates detailed design reviews to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
• Prepares bid requests for materials, labor, and equipment; evaluates proposals.
• Supports multiple projects from conception to commissioning and start-up.
• Acts as a safety leader; leads project safety meetings and supports safety procedures.
• Troubleshoots operational issues and optimizes processes using engineering practices.
• Participates in project safety reviews such as HAZOPs, PHAs, and PSSRs.
• Tracks budgets, work orders, purchase orders, and scheduling to anticipate issues.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

An exciting career awaits you

At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.

POSITION SUMMARY

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 pipeline, terminals, and marine organizations within MPLX. L&SE is seeking an experienced Project Engineer. The project engineer manages and is responsible for all aspects of assigned projects including project scope, estimate, schedule, engineering design, equipment and material selection, project bidding, contractor selection, construction oversight, management of change, safety and environmental oversight, and any other project tasks necessary to complete a successful project. The preferred location for this position is Findlay, OH or Indianapolis, IN. Other L&SE locations may be considered. MPC 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. This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency, and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with affected departments during project development to vet resource estimates, schedules, business benefits, environmental/health/safety impacts.
• Facilitates 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.
• Tracks project budgets, work orders, and purchase orders, and schedules and maintain a firm understanding of potential issues before they arise.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from a four‑year accredited college or university. Civil, Mechanical, or similar are preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required; travel to field locations or fabrication sites will be required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of individuals and employees.
• 3+ years of industry experience required.

LOCATION & TRAVEL REQUIRED

Preferred location is Findlay, OH or Indianapolis, IN. Other L&SE locations may be considered. Travel up to 25–35% of the time is expected, including some overnight travel. We offer a hybrid work schedule.

RELOCATION

Relocation assistance is available.

BENEFITS

Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.

EEO STATEMENT

Marathon Petroleum 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 need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail], specifying the reason and the job posting number. Marathon Petroleum will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable laws.