Refinery Process Engineer II: Optimization & Projects

CVR Energy, Inc.; Wynnewood (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CVR Energy, Inc. seeks a Process Engineer to support refinery operations, monitor product specifications, and help design capital projects. You will collaborate with engineers and operators to optimize processes and ensure safety and reliability.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred) and 2+ years in oil refinery settings, with strong Excel and process simulation familiarity. Strong communication in English and schedule adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering required; Master’s preferred.
• 2+ years in oil refinery process engineering or operations.
• Experience with capital and operating cost estimating and economic analysis preferred.
• Experience with flow sheet development, equipment sizing, pressure relief, hydraulic calculations, PHA, process simulations and studies.
• Proficient in Excel; familiarity with Word and Microsoft tools.
• Fluent in English; ability to adjust schedule to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Plan Operations and monitor unit performance.
• Assist in design and development of capital projects and optimization.
• Collaborate with Project Engineering and external consultants for efficiency improvements.
• Support Process Safety Management and regulatory compliance.
• Work with drafting and engineers to size equipment and develop capital project scopes.
• Coordinate with operators and engineers for troubleshooting and process optimization.
• Prepare unit monitoring spreadsheets with mass, heat, and material balances.

Skills

Process engineering

P&ID/PFD understanding

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

HYSYS

PRO-II

PROMAX

VBA

MATLAB

Job description

CVR Energy, Inc. seeks a Process Engineer to support refinery operations, monitor product specifications, and help design capital projects. You will collaborate with engineers and operators to optimize processes and ensure safety and reliability.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred) and 2+ years in oil refinery settings, with strong Excel and process simulation familiarity. Strong communication in English and schedule adaptability are essential.