Mechanical Plant Engineer at Koch Inc. in Rosemount, MN

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Flint Hills Resources Pine Bend Refinery in Rosemount, MN located in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro is hiring a Mechanical Plant Engineer. This opportunity is a great learning experience for someone who is looking to build on their engineering skills, move into the oil & gas industry, or just looking for a new challenge.

Flint Hills Resources is a different kind of company. We are privately owned, work a “9/80” schedule that offers every other Friday off, and our compensation philosophy is based on the value you create. Come realize your full potential and join our team!

Our Team

The Plant Engineering department consists of a team of several new engineers of varying engineering disciplines. Team members will work with refinery engineers, technicians, operators, and other personnel to help the facility safely operate and maintain its mechanical assets.

Our Rotational Program

Engineers progress through discipline-based rotations supporting the different refinery units and mechanical systems onsite. Anticipated timeframe within the Plant Engineering group is roughly one (1) year with rotations in maintenance and asset management. Each rotation builds technical capability, operational knowledge, and increasing ownership, preparing engineers for long‑term growth in asset management, reliability, or project roles.

What You Will Gain

• Deep operational understanding of a complex refinery environment
• Practical, plant‑based engineering experience early in your career
• Structured development through on‑site engineering rotations
• Direct collaboration with operations, maintenance, and technical expert
• Early exposure to reliability engineering and asset management principles
• Preparation for multiple engineering career paths
• Professional growth within a values‑based culture

What You Will Do

• Learn to drive innovation and efficiency through our Principled Based Management culture.
• Promote a proactive safety culture by identifying and controlling hazards.
• Gain understanding in oil flow, refinery units, and basic economics.
• Apply analytical and engineering skills to enhance EH&S and business operations.
• Recommend and implement equipment and process improvements to reduce risks, boost productivity, and lower costs.
• Provide technical support for equipment specifications and design reviews.
• Support and progressively lead Management of Change efforts with input from subject matter experts.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis and develop asset reliability strategies with guidance from senior engineers.
• Work with leaders and technicians to prevent recurring failures.
• Lead projects as scope and experience grow to enhance asset performance.
• Support operations and maintenance technicians’ skill development.
• Provide technical support as required for Turnaround activities in assigned areas
• Develop troubleshooting techniques of mechanical-related problems to determine appropriate repair scopes

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

What Will Put You Ahead

• 2+ years of experience in reliability engineering or related role
• 2+ years experience in a refining/petro-chemical/manufacturing facility

This role is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

For this role, we anticipate paying $90,000- $120,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline – delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).

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