Process Controls Engineer II/III

Marathon Petroleum Company LP
Robinson, IL

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Process Controls Engineer II/III

O VERVIEW

Marathon Petroleum Company's Illinois Refining Division in Robinson, IL is seeking a Process Controls Engineer . The Process Controls Engineer will report to the Process Control Manager and will design, implement, and maintain process control strategies to optimize unit performance and reliability.

Relocation is approved for this position.

K EY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Designs, implements, and maintains process control strategies to optimize unit performance and reliability.

  • Troubleshoots and works with a team of specialists to resolve control system issues, including hardware, software, and network components.

  • Collaborates with operations, engineering and maintenance teams to resolve operational challenges. Begins developing relationships with console operators.

  • Supports Management of Change (MOC) processes for control system modifications. Participate in incident investigations and root cause analyses.

  • Maintains documentation such as tech nical controller narratives, cause-and-effect diagrams, alarm database information , and workflow guidelines .

  • Assists in planning and executing turnarounds, including scope development and post-event evaluations.

  • Collaborates with project teams to define control ler design philosophy, determine ph ysical scope modifications needed to achieve controller objectives , and ensure integration with existing infrastructure.

  • Develops a basic understanding to assist/support APC applications to enhance economic performance .

  • Gains a deep understanding of the controller algorithms and the math driving feedback control to implement the best configuration to meet plant objectives .

  • Gains a deep understanding of the graphics code (VBScript and HTML) and use s that knowledge to troubleshoot, modify , and create the visual interface the board operator will use to interact with the controllers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum (Required) Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in chemical , electrical, or computer science required .

  • Two (2) years or more of experience in process control engineering within refining, petrochemical, or related industries required .

  • Valid driver's license required .

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US on a full- time indefinite basis without the need for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future .

Preferred Qualifications

  • E xperience with developing/ modifying controllers in C300s, HPMs, and Triconex equipment .

  • E xperience with developing/ modifying graphics in Honeywell Experion.

  • E xperience with writing code in Honeywell CAB, Honeywell CL, Honeywell AMCL, VBScript, Microsoft VBA, HTML, Java, PowerShell, etc.

  • E xperience with developing/ modifying advanced Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

  • Experience with determining economic justification on processing facilities.

  • Experience with troubleshooting process unit issues within small teams.

  • Experience with utilizing LLM chatbots for troubleshooting or developing code.

PAY AND BENEFITS

  • Retirement: 401k with a company match up to 7%

  • Pension: Company funded pension plan up to 11%

  • Annual Bonus: Eligible for a company sponsored annual bonus

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Educational Reimbursement

  • For full benefits details visit mympcbenefits.com

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

This p osition works a 9 / 80 schedule (9 hours a day Mon-Thu, 8-hour Fridays, off every other Friday) with potential night or weekend support during upset or emergency conditions. Periodic refinery turnaround support and the associated schedule i s required .

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Robinson, Illinois

Job Requisition ID:

00019370

Pay Min/Max:

$104,300.00 - $179,800.00 Salary

Grade:

11 - 12

Location Address:

400 S Marathon Ave

Additional locations:

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 (/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 [email protected] . 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.

Posted 2025-11-15

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