Project Engineer I

Marathon Petroleum Corporation; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Petroleum Corporation in Findlay, Ohio is recruiting a Project Engineer to lead and support capital and expense projects. The role involves coordinating with internal teams and external consultants to ensure cost-effective delivery and compliance with safety standards.

The position emphasizes DSP development, scheduling, and leadership presentation to senior management, with a focus on process safety and environmental permitting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required; Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical preferred.
• 0+ years of industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Apply project management skills across all phases: development, justification, design, construction, start-up.
• Assist with cost estimates, schedules, and DSP preparation.
• Participate in MOC, PSI, and mechanical integrity reviews and learn requirements.
• Coordinate with external engineering consultants to complete projects cost-effectively.
• Develop scope, cost estimates, and schedules; prepare DSPs and present to leadership.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Construction, and Turnaround teams to support planning and execution.
• Observe HAZOP reviews and incident investigations.
• Learn engineering codes and ensure designs meet safety and environmental standards.
• Promote safety awareness and take corrective action when unsafe practices are observed.

Skills

Project management

Cost estimation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Findlay, Ohio

El Paso, Texas

Anacortes, Washington

Wilmington, California

Canton, Ohio

Mandan, North Dakota

Salt Lake City, Utah

Robinson, Illinois

Dickinson, North Dakota

Detroit, Michigan

St Paul Park, Minnesota

Catlettsburg, Kentucky

Garyville, Louisiana

Texas City, Texas

Full time

00023439

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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Applies project management skills across all phases: development, justification, design, construction, and start-up. Supports project documentation, data gathering, and coordination tasks under supervision.
• Assists with cost estimates, schedules, and DSP preparation.
• Participates in Management of Change (MOC), Process Safety Information (PSI), and mechanical integrity documentation reviews and learns requirements.
• Coordinates with external engineering consultants and designers to complete projects and studies cost-effectively.
• Develops scope, cost estimates, and schedules for capital and expense projects; prepares Decision Support Packages (DSPs) and presents to leadership.
• Collaborates with stakeholders including Maintenance, Construction, and Turnaround teams to support planning and execution.
• Observes HAZOP reviews and incident investigations
• Learns engineering codes and specifications; ensures designs meet safety, environmental, and permitting standards.
• Promotes safety awareness and takes corrective action when unsafe practices or conditions are observed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required. Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering degree preferred.
• Zero (0) years or more of industry experience required.

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

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:

00023439

Pay Min/Max:

$93,000.00 - $139,500.00 Salary

Grade:

10

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Additional locations:

Anacortes, Washington, Canton, Ohio, Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Detroit, Michigan, Dickinson, North Dakota, El Paso, Texas, Garyville, Louisiana, Mandan, North Dakota, Robinson, Illinois, Salt Lake City, Utah, St Paul Park, Minnesota, Texas City, Texas, Wilmington, California

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

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.