Manager of Instrumentation Engineering in Refinery

Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Long Beach, US
On-site

Job Description

Join us for an exciting career opportunity at Marathon Petroleum Company (MPC), where we value innovation, diverse perspectives, and teamwork!

Refining Engineer Manager - Instrumentation

Job Summary

The Marathon Los Angeles Refinery is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Refining Engineer Manager. In this pivotal position, you will lead a team of Instrument engineers providing technical support and development to ensure successful project implementation and daily operational needs at our Carson/Wilmington Refineries. This full-time role operates on a 9/80 schedule, requiring occasional after-hours support and participation in turnaround activities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and guide the development and execution of engineering and construction projects ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely delivery.
  • Direct and manage team members in design and construction management while focusing on operational efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Strategically allocate workloads and ensure project completion within budgetary constraints, adapting to the changing needs of refinery operations.
  • Mentor and develop engineers through coaching, creating training plans, and fostering a culture of innovation for project assignments.
  • Monitor project progress and communicate financial and schedule statuses to all relevant stakeholders.
  • Promote a collaborative service-oriented approach across teams, ensuring thorough support for safety and operational needs.
  • Manage the integration of college co-op students within your team to promote learning and development.
  • Facilitate the budgeting process by providing accurate project data to meet deadlines.
  • Interface effectively with various departments to resolve issues and leverage relationships for project success.

Education, Experience, and Skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field is required.
  • A minimum of eight (8) years of engineering experience in refinery, petro-chemical, or heavy industry is essential.
  • A strong aptitude for instrumentation, alongside excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills, is necessary.
  • Proficiency with industrial instrumentation systems, industry codes and standards, and a solid understanding of Safety Instrumented Systems is important.
  • Knowledge of Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA) as they pertain to industrial instrumentation is required.
  • Experience with Smart Instrumentation management software is beneficial.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential.
  • Candidate must be able to meet physical requirements of the role and pass a hair drug test.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Minimal travel (10% or less) may be involved.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous supervisory experience is highly desirable.
  • Detailed experience in Instrument design is preferred.
  • Refinery work experience is advantageous.
  • FS Engineer (TUV Certification) is preferred.

Location: 2101 E Pacific Coast Hwy

Pay Range: $141,300.00 - $212,000.00 Salary

At Marathon Petroleum, we offer a supportive workforce environment with a comprehensive benefits package designed to fuel both personal and professional growth. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity and inclusion.

Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

instrumentationindustrial instrumentation systemsSmart Instrumentation management softwareMicrosoft Office Suitecommunicationproblem-solvinginterpersonal skillsFS Engineer (TUV Certification)refineryengineering

Salary

$141,300 - $212,000

year

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

manager

Posted

3/22/2026

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