Project Engineer

Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Project Engineer managing the construction of midstream natural gas facilities at MPC. Overseeing projects from design to start-up while ensuring compliance with company standards.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $106,900 - $184,300 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conceptualize, design, coordinate, and manage construction of midstream natural gas facilities including meter stations, valve sites, pipelines, and compressor stations.
Collaborates with affected departments during project development to vet resource estimates, schedules, and environmental/health/safety impacts.
Facilitates project detailed design and technical reviews to ensure design meets corporate engineering standards.
Prepares bid requests for material, labor, and equipment, and evaluates proposals on sound engineering and business principles.
Supports multiple projects simultaneously from conception to commissioning and start-up.
Acts as a safety leader prioritizing personal and process safety and drives safety initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, civil, chemical, or electrical engineering or other engineering degree from ABET accredited institution OR registered professional engineer (with relevant experience) required.
Three (3) years of related experience required.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
Current valid driver's license required.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of individuals/employees.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to health, vision, and dental insurance
Paid time off
401k matching program
Paid parental leave
Educational reimbursement
Discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementconstruction managementdesign coordinationresource estimationenvironmental impact assessmenttechnical reviewsbid preparationproposal evaluationsafety leadershipprocess safety

Soft Skills

communication skillscollaborationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingleadership

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in engineeringregistered professional engineer