Associate Project Engineer - Ethanol Plant
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Valero is hiring an Associate Project Engineer - Ethanol Plant. Valero seeks an Associate Project Engineer to support engineering activities across its ethanol fleet, providing engineering support from conception through completion, including development, design, and execution of capital, expense, and maintenance projects in a safe and efficient manner.
Key focus areas include Utilize Project Development and Execution Processes (PDEP), Support development of the business case in phase 1, and Define project objectives early in phase 2 prior to analyzing alternatives.
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Engineering and Must Work On-Site And In-Person At Valero Renewables Plant. Important skills include Project Development And Execution Processes (PDEP). Preferred (not required): Non-Destructive Testing, Ethanol Production, Chemical Processing, and Food Processing.
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Description:
Valero 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.
As anAssociate Project Engineeryou will support project engineering activities related to multiple projects across the Valero ethanol fleet. Provide engineering support from conception through completion including the development, design and execution of capital, expense and maintenance projects in a safe and efficient manner.
At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:
- Utilize Project Development and Execution Processes (PDEP).
- Support development the business case in phase 1.
- Help define project objectives early in phase 2, prior to analyzing alternatives.
- Support in the development of commissioning and start up requirements as part of the project execution plan.
- Contribute to cost estimating and oversight of project budget.
- Track any scope and change management items.
- Prepare justification, cost estimates and other project documents as required for approval with oversight.
- Provide oversight of installation, startup and performance testing of multiple projects.
- Support requirements for compliance with OSHA Process Safety Management regulations, including but not limited to the maintenance of documentation such as MOCs, P&IDs, isometrics, and equipment specifications.
- Track cost, schedule, safety and quality performance of projects relative to the capital budget.
- Contribute to the selection and evaluation of engineering and construction contractors. Provide feedback on performance to ensure quality, safety and cost effectiveness.
- Report project status and forecasting.
- Update documentation amended through the capital projects and MOC process.
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
Relocation assistance available.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
- Able and willing to work on-site and in-person at the Valero Renewables Plant located in Bluffton, Linden, or Mount Vernon, Indiana, required.
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in Engineering, required.
*Preferred Requirements: *
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher degree) in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Agriculture or Bio Systems Engineering, preferred.
- Experience in non-destructive testing, preferred.
- Experience in ethanol production, chemical processing, food processing, oil refining, or in the power plant industry, preferred.
Need 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:
- Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
- 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, plus additional discretionary 3% annual company contribution
- Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.
Position may be available at one of the following locations:
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Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Valero’s pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screen.
Valero'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, visitValero.com/Careers.
Valero 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.
Please 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.
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Job: Engineering Primary Location: US-IN-Mount Vernon Job Posting: Aug 13, 2026, 3:45:08 PM Unposting Date: Ongoing Req ID: 26001AY
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