Manufacturing Project Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026.
Castrol is one of the world’s leading lubricant brands, serving customers and consumers in the automotive, marine, industrial and energy sectors. Castrol brands are recognised globally for their premium quality and high performance, shaped by the company’s commitment to innovation and cutting-edge technology. With products sold in more than 150 countries, Castrol has helped keep things moving onroads and racetracks, air, sea, and space for over 125 years.
Whether you're just starting out or ready for your next big move, you're in the right place to explore an exciting career with Castrol.
Job description
About the team
The Engineering team supports safe, reliable and efficient manufacturing operations by delivering capital projects, process improvements and engineering solutions that improve plant performance. The team works closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Planning, Technology and Commercial teams, as well as regional and global engineering partners.
About the Role
- Lead the scoping, design and implementation of capital projects and plant improvement initiatives from concept through commissioning and handover.
- Provide engineering support for infrastructure, manufacturing optimization, continuous improvement and operational performance initiatives.
- Support project scope development, technical reviews, bid evaluations, contractor management, construction and commissioning activities.
- Participate in process safety reviews, HAZOPs, HAZIDs and risk assessments, developing engineering solutions that mitigate hazards and operational risks.
- Review and support Management of Change (MOC) activities associated with process, equipment and control-system modifications.
- Ensure projects and engineering solutions comply with applicable engineering standards, HSSE requirements, regulatory requirements and capital governance processes.
- Partner with Operations and cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes, improve asset performance and support new product and process introductions.
- Provide technical guidance to project teams, contractors and stakeholders while supporting the development and application of engineering best practices.
Experience required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering; Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- Minimum five years of engineering experience within manufacturing, chemical, petrochemical, food processing or a related process-manufacturing environment.
- At least three years of experience providing engineering support within an operating manufacturing facility.
- Demonstrated experience delivering capital projects through multiple phases, including scoping, design, construction, commissioning and implementation.
- Working knowledge of process safety, hazard analysis and risk-assessment practices.
- Experience applying engineering standards, technical requirements and safe engineering practices in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder-management skills with the ability to work effectively across engineering, operations and other business functions.
Privacy
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to Castrol recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.).
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.