Engineer I, Mechanical

CVR Energy, Inc. is seeking an Engineer I - Mechanical.

About the Role

Under supervision, this role receives on-the-job training in various engineering phases through specific assignments. Tasks are routine to provide experience and familiarization with company methods, practices, and programs. Work is reviewed for accuracy, adequacy, and conformance with procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for plant operations.
• Work in a team environment with operations, maintenance, and engineering to maintain and troubleshoot problems and propose applications for process units.
• Work directly with drafting and other engineers on small project scopes to receive appropriate design and sizing of equipment.
• Assist in the planning and execution of unit shutdowns and startups. Administer plant performance test runs, and provide operational data or drawings to vendors or maintenance as needed.
• Provide project engineering and management for capital and expense projects as assigned.
• Research and monitor upcoming technological changes to improve future strategies within the plant.
• Consistently keep supervisor advised of progress via oral and weekly written reports.
• Exposure to work near potentially volatile and combustible materials and chemicals.
• Aid the Principal Mechanical Engineer in monitoring unit operations.
• Complete capital and expense projects in support of plant operations.
• Assist the Mechanical Integrity group with API inspection resolutions and ASME calculations.
• Include small project design to increase plant productivity and efficiency.
• Provide assistance to Project Engineering.
• Contribute to planning and the development of strategies for equipment to optimize plant reliability and reduce downtime.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• MS Office software packages, including Excel
• English fluency (oral and written)

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 0-2 years of relevant work experience (with education requirements)
• College engineering internship preferred; oil & gas or chemical processing internship highly desirable
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment and address mechanical issues
• Demonstrated knowledge of economic principles, project management, and customer service
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical principles, troubleshooting, and collaborative skills
• Demonstrated competencies of priority setting and organizational agility
• Demonstrated competencies of developing peer relations, participating as a team member, and leading others
• Ability to analyze, reason, and solve increasingly complex problems
• Ability to adjust to frequent change and adjust schedule as needed to reach Departmental and Plant goals

Expected Results

• Assist with increasing productivity and efficiency of the plant.
• Aid optimizing the Process, Design, and Development of projects.
• Align performance with Safety, Environmental Compliance, Reliability, and Operating Excellence.
• Ensure plant piping and equipment specifications are being met.
• Facilitate the proper planning and bidding of job packages.
• Develop levels of competence and trust so others seek guidance.
• Complete assigned projects within deadlines and budgets.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $72,600-$116,200
• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Company-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with a generous Company match
• Competitive Paid Time Off, including 10 Holidays and time off to Volunteer
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Program
• Performance-Based Bonus Program