Principal Process Engineer - Fractionation

Job overview

The Principal Process Engineer - Fractionation is an onsite role based in San Antonio, TX. Compensation is not specified in the posting. This role supports the Process Optimization & Support team at Valero Headquarters. This role serves as a Subject Matter Expert for fractionation, providing technical leadership for refinery optimization, troubleshooting, and project support to improve profitability and performance.

What you'll do

• Supports routine optimization and troubleshooting of distillation, crude, and vacuum units.
• Provides technical leadership for process chemical treatment programs.
• Assists with strategic projects, capital development, and technology selection.
• Conducts site visits for performance evaluation and turnaround support.
• Trains early career engineers.

What we're looking for

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Experience

15 years of process engineering experience in a refining or petroleum industry.

Skills & competencies

engineering

fractionation

process engineer

san antonio tx

valero

full-time

day shift

no weekends

no on-call

travel required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

About the employer

Valero is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.