Job description

Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence. Phillips 66 was recognized by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Employers” in 2021.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and watch our video "Trying New Things" by visiting phillips66.com/about.

As FCC Technology Senior Engineer , you will be one of the Phillips 66 Subject Matter Experts in Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC). You will enhance the value of Phillips 66 FCC assets by providing best in class support for refinery optimization, catalyst selection, technology upgrades, project development, best practices, troubleshooting, and safety.

Responsibilities May Include:
Assessing and developing FCC strategic projects to align with organizational goals and objectives.

Improving reliability and mechanical availability of FCCs.

Evaluating and contributing to the selection of FCC catalysts to maximize product value.

Understanding FCC markets and negotiating with FCC suppliers, including catalyst vendors and licensors, to minimize costs and optimize value.

Defining good operation while developing and implementing Best Practices for the P66 FCC Network.

Setting targets and goals for optimal utilization of current and future asset bases.

Benchmarking technologies, tracking performance metrics, implementing unit monitoring, and stewarding process optimization.

Consulting with refineries, vendors, and P66’s R&D on operating issues, improvement projects, and new technologies, including repurposing FCCs for feeding sustainable feedstocks, plastics recycling, and petrochemical operation.

Staying current with technology improvements in catalyst, equipment, operating procedures, reliability, industry practices, controls, process safety, and environmental regulations.

Troubleshooting and developing solutions for significant FCC technology issues and incidents.

Using FCC kinetic models for optimization and yield studies. Training site engineers on the use of FCC kinetic models.

Conducting refinery visits during normal/upset operation and during Turnaround periods to assist in evaluation, monitoring, troubleshooting, optimization, and equipment inspection. Providing on-site startup assistance as required.

Guiding development of future P66 FCC subject matter experts and stewardship of process technology expertise.

Representing the company’s interests at industry conferences and in industry consortiums.

Working about 25% of the time with the Director, Process Design and Emerging Technology on a wide variety of FEL-0/1 projects – see preferred position requirements.

Required Qualifications:
Legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering

10 or more years of oil industry experience

7 or more years of FCC technology experience

Travel 15% to 25% of the time

Occasional weekend work for turnaround or special situation assistance

Preferred Qualifications:
15 or more years of increasingly responsible professional experience associated with FCC technology

Achievement of an extremely high level of respect within the industry and recognition as a leading FCC authority

FCC site operating experience

Experience in FCC catalyst development and optimization

Good general refining process knowledge beyond FCCs

History of active participation in industry technology forums

Successful development and implementation of projects of major impact to the company

Superior communication and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate big picture ideas effectively

Strong customer and business focus

High level of personal motivation and initiative

Ability to accomplish work within required timelines, including short, long, and emergency timeframes

Knowledge of petrochemical processes, especially around integration with FCC technology

Experience in carbon capture, plastics recycling, and/or bio-feedstock processing

Project management and cost estimation experience – your ability to provide support to the Director Process Design and Emerging Technology in FEL-0/1 project development in all technologies will be a significant benefit for a candidate in this role

Total Rewards

At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus

8% 401k company match, with an additional 0-4% Company 401k contribution based on the Company’s financial performance

Cash Balance Account pension

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP

Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards at hr.phillips66.com/.

To be considered

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of February 19, 2023 .

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1). Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Phillips 66 is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Requisition ID: 57076

Location: Texas - Houston

Job Field: Engineering

Division : Refining Headquarters

Technical Req : No

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