Job Posting Date:  Aug 6, 2025
Location: 

Corpus Christi, TX, US, 78469

Job Function:  Engineering

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

 

At CITGO our people are our most important resource.  Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for applying standard theories, techniques, concepts, and practices within the electrical discipline. This position specifies, orders, and oversees the installation of maintenance projects. Additionally, this position assists, champions, and supports major capital projects. The Electrical Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting complex electrical problems involving refinery maintenance and reliability. The Electrical Engineer defines program and documentation standards to ensure refinery reliability and equipment availability.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

    Band 2 - Minimum of Two (2) years of related engineering experience

    Band 3 - Minimum of Eight (8) years of related engineering experience

  • SAP, word processing, spread sheet, database, presentation, familiarity with the internet.
  • Ability to manage assigned projects under limited supervision.
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker's Identification Credential (TWIC)
  • Preferred: Working with High Voltage Equipment and substations up to 138kv

Job Duties

  • Design moderately complex electrical systems for capital projects for all electrical distribution equipment and substation specifications. 
  • Support Instrumentation/Electrical Maintenance Technicians with complex field problems during project execution.  Assist in technical training and craftsmen technical skills development for new technologies installed by project group. 
  • Develop, review, and modify refinery electrical standards with vendors recommendations and NFPA codes.
  • Develop Turnaround work and ensure all scope is captured in conceptual phase of project. 
  • For new installations for electrical projects and provide calculations/settings when necessary for  (i.e. UPS systems, motors, transformers, relays, related substation equipment, etc).
  • Act as electrical subject matter expert for projects group for all capital projects that have electrical scope including projects with upgrading compressor controls related to motor and 480V motor operated valves. 
  • Review and approve electrical system studies for refinery up to 138 kV during all projects when appropriate. Make recommendations for improvements of system studies relating to electrical coordination and arc flash study and ensure SKM Model updated by project group. 
  • Update refinery documentation as needed for electrical modifications such as electrical one-lines, motor schematics, relaying and related substation equipment.
  • Review IFA Packages and direct EPCs on designs to follow Citgo Standards.
  • Assist maintenance department with technical expertise during unplanned events.

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned. 

 

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan
• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)


PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID - 1504 


Nearest Major Market: Corpus Christi