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We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.\nA Project Engineer manages and engineers multiple projects while simultaneously supporting plant operations. Project management from conception through completion including the development, design and execution of capital, expense and maintenance projects in a safe and efficient manner.\nAt Valero, this role performs duties that support our commitment to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity, and unmatched execution, including:\nUtilizes Project Development and Execution Processes (PDEP). \nFully develops the business case in phase 1.\nDefines project objectives early in phase 2 prior to analyzing alternatives.\nDevelops risk-based project execution strategies.\nSelects the best technology option that meets the project objectives. \nDefines permitting requirements early enough to allow environmental time to address problem areas. \nFreezes critical design documents and completes the project execution plan prior to full funding. \nDevelops commissioning and start up requirements as part of the project execution plan.\nResponsible for cost estimating and management of project budget.\nResponsible for any scope and change management items.\nSupports, leads, and mentors site engineers on plant specific projects.\nChampions fleet projects through technical guidance and team building.\nIdentifies, prioritizes and manages own work list.\nPrepares justification, cost estimates and other project documents as required for approval with limited oversight.\nDevelops technical specifications to procure equipment and services with limited oversight.\nProvides independent oversight of installation, startup and performance testing of multiple projects concurrently.\nPerforms design work and supervision for other assigned tasks to ensure they are completed safely, accurately and efficiently.\nCompletes other requirements for compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management Regulations including but not limited to the maintenance of documentations such as MOC’s, P&IDs, isometrics, and equipment specifications with limited oversight.\nProvides review and recommendations of designs, budgets, project plans, schedules, resources, and reports.\nTracks cost, schedule, safety and quality performance of projects relative to the capital budget; develops KPI’s to gauge effectiveness and to drive continuous improvement.\nMaintains technical knowledge of industry advances and in the project management processes.\nContributes to the selection and evaluation of engineering and construction contractors. Provides feedback on their performance to ensure quality, safety and cost effectiveness.\nReporting of project status and forecasting. Updates documentation amended through the capital projects and MOC process. \nPosition level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.\nThis position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.\nRelocation assistance available.\nValero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.\nA Project Engineer manages and engineers multiple projects while simultaneously supporting plant operations. Project management from conception through completion including the development, design and execution of capital, expense and maintenance projects in a safe and efficient manner.\nAt Valero, this role performs duties that support our commitment to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity, and unmatched execution, including:\nUtilizes Project Development and Execution Processes (PDEP). \nFully develops the business case in phase 1.\nDefines project objectives early in phase 2 prior to analyzing alternatives.\nDevelops risk-based project execution strategies.\nSelects the best technology option that meets the project objectives. \nDefines permitting requirements early enough to allow environmental time to address problem areas. \nFreezes critical design documents and completes the project execution plan prior to full funding. \nDevelops commissioning and start up requirements as part of the project execution plan.\nResponsible for cost estimating and management of project budget.\nResponsible for any scope and change management items.\nSupports, leads, and mentors site engineers on plant specific projects.\nChampions fleet projects through technical guidance and team building.\nIdentifies, prioritizes and manages own work list.\nPrepares justification, cost estimates and other project documents as required for approval with limited oversight.\nDevelops technical specifications to procure equipment and services with limited oversight.\nProvides independent oversight of installation, startup and performance testing of multiple projects concurrently.\nPerforms design work and supervision for other assigned tasks to ensure they are completed safely, accurately and efficiently.\nCompletes other requirements for compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management Regulations including but not limited to the maintenance of documentations such as MOC’s, P&IDs, isometrics, and equipment specifications with limited oversight.\nProvides review and recommendations of designs, budgets, project plans, schedules, resources, and reports.\nTracks cost, schedule, safety and quality performance of projects relative to the capital budget; develops KPI’s to gauge effectiveness and to drive continuous improvement.\nMaintains technical knowledge of industry advances and in the project management processes.\nContributes to the selection and evaluation of engineering and construction contractors. Provides feedback on their performance to ensure quality, safety and cost effectiveness.\nReporting of project status and forecasting. Updates documentation amended through the capital projects and MOC process. \nPosition level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.\nThis position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.\nRelocation assistance available.\nMinimum Requirements:\nAble and willing to work on-site and in-person at the Valero Renewables Plant located in Bloomingburg, Ohio, Bluffton, Indiana, or Mount Vernon, Indiana, required.\nBachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in Engineering, required.\nMinimum of two years related engineering experience required.\nMinimum of two years project management experience required.\nPreferred Requirements:\nBachelor’s (or higher level degree) in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Agricultural or Bio Systems Engineering preferred.\nExperience in non-destructive testing preferred.\nExperience in ethanol production, chemical processing, food processing, oil refining, or power plant industry preferred.\nNeed more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:\nCompetitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program\n100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, plus additional discretionary 3% annual company contribution\nComprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs\nBenefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.\nDiscover more about Bloomingburg and how we're making a difference there.\nDiscover more about Bluffton and how we're making a difference there.\nDiscover more about Mount Vernon and how we're making a difference there.\nPosition level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.\nValero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.\nValero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers.\nValero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.\nPlease be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.\nThe posting may close earlier than the advertised date based on applications received.\nNote: Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and hair-analysis drug screen.\nMinimum Requirements:\nAble and willing to work on-site and in-person at the Valero Renewables Plant located in Bloomingburg, Ohio, Bluffton, Indiana, or Mount Vernon, Indiana, required.\nBachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in Engineering, required.\nMinimum of two years related engineering experience required.\nMinimum of two years project management experience required.\nPreferred Requirements:\nBachelor’s (or higher level degree) in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Agricultural or Bio Systems Engineering preferred.\nExperience in non-destructive testing preferred.\nExperience in ethanol production, chemical processing, food processing, oil refining, or power plant industry preferred.\nNeed more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? 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