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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Corporate Optimization and Control Engineer provides technical support related to advanced multi-variable process control applications for optimization of plant operations. This position reports to the Process Control Technologist and is based out of Findlay or a Marathon refinery but will provide support to multiple refineries for Marathon. The Corporate Control and Optimization Engineer’s primary role is to develop new applications with APC and emerging technologies such as deep learning AI for Marathon, provide mentorship and guidance to engineers at refineries, develop strategic direction with control and optimization technologies, as well as develop standards and guidelines. The ideal candidate will have extensive Advanced Process Control (APC) experience and be eager to learn and apply emerging technologies in the process control space.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Optimization Engineer supporting a multi-year project to expand deep learning AI technology at a large complex refinery.

• Maintain performance of installed APC applications. Improve stability robustness, economic performance, and Health/Environmental/Safety performance of APC applications.

• Enhance refinery economics by maintaining knowledge of production targets, economic drivers, and constraints limiting profitability. Maintain knowledge of future plans for changing operating conditions and equipment modifications.

• Work collaboratively with refinery resources to identify and develop new APC and Optimization applications to maximize profitability. Execute projects to develop or modify APC and Optimization applications. Produce and/or update documentation.

• Support the development of APC and Optimization knowledge and skills within MPC.

• Help develop strategy direction for APC and emerging technologies at Marathon.

• Help develop standards and guidelines for APC and emerging technologies at Marathon.

• Support expansion of optimization and deep learning projects at all Marathon refineries.

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering required. Additional graduate study in advanced process control is preferred. Other degrees with relevant experience will be considered.

• Minimum of 5 years experience in the refining or petrochemical industry is required.

• Experience with deep learning AI technologies including implementation and maintenance of refining applications is preferred.

• Five or more years of experience in process control preferred.

• Proficiency in Experion PKS or Honeywell TPS preferred

• Established proficiency in relevant APC tools (Aspentech DMCPlus or DMC3 preferred)

• A Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) is required.

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Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Job Requisition ID:

00015004

Pay Min/Max:

$117,000.00 - $201,800.00 Salary

Grade:

12 - 13

Location Address:

539 S Main St

Additional locations:

Anacortes, Washington, Canton, Ohio, Carson, California, Catlettsburg, Kentucky, Detroit, Michigan, Dickinson, North Dakota, El Paso, Texas, Garyville, Louisiana, Kenai, Alaska, Mandan, North Dakota, Martinez, California, Robinson, Illinois, Salt Lake City, Utah, St Paul Park, Minnesota, Texas City, Texas, Wilmington, California

Education:

Employee Group:

Full time

Employee Subgroup:

Regular

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here (https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs_/Department_of_Labor_EEOC_.pdf) . If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

About Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.