Phillips 66 & YOU - Together we can fuel the future
As a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Turnaround , you will provide mechanical engineering support to the turnaround organization. This position owns the Engineering and Design process for all expense projects for all turnaround scopes past FEL-1, and select justifiable pending major scope items that align with the scope collection strategy. You'll also assist the refinery with scope categorization and risk ranking of the requested scope.
What You'll Do
Lead the design, and implementation of mechanical solutions for fixed equipment such as pressure vessels, piping, heat exchangers, and tanks.
Analyze complex engineering challenges, develop and refine equipment specifications, and oversee installation, operation, and maintenance activities to ensure reliability and compliance.
Serve as a lead technical resource in Turnaround scope development, planning, and execution.
Manage and supervise the piping design process for turnaround scope
Facilitate the adoption of new technologies and best practices, participate in professional society activities, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant codes and standards.
Develop and review repair plans, support the Mechanical Integrity Team, and ensure all team members and contractors are properly trained.
Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence to drive the reliability and performance of refinery assets while supporting broader organizational goals.
What You'll Bring - Required
Legally authorized to work in the job posting country
Bachelor's Degree or higher in an Engineering discipline
3 or more years of engineering experience in maintenance and turnarounds
Willing and able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC)
Possess a valid driver's license
Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to comply with the following:
Travel up to 5%
Operate company vehicle on site premises and/or public roads
Work extended hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, and perform occasional duties
Transport articles up to 50 pounds
Climb ladders and stairs up to 200 feet
Work safely near large, hot, high-speed machines, around chemicals and hydrocarbons under high pressure and heat, and in harsh weather conditions
Work outside in harsh weather conditions
Wear fire retardant clothing and personal protective equipment
Maintain face daily for proper respirator/face mask seal (some examples include being free of facial hair and/or clean shaven)
What Makes You Stand Out - Preferred
5 or more years of experience working as a Turnaround or Maintenance Engineer at a refinery
Working knowledge of: SA, Equity Engineering Plant Manager, PCMS, API-RBI Software, API 579, API 571, ASME B31.3
Proficiency with MS Outlook Suite (Outlook Email, Word, and Excel programs)
Technical Skills:
Familiar with Stress analysis processes
Management of KMS and MOC related action related to demolition projects
Preparation of quote requests, develop bid specifications, review and selection of suppliers, coordination of the same with project controls and procurement
Collecting, categorizing, and driving accurate risk ranking of event scope
Analyzing work requests, assist planning team with establishing conceptual estimates; recommending methodology, equipment, and material requirements
Production and assembly of simple work packages for planning
Definition of scope-specific hold points for the planning team as required by plant specifications
Evaluation of equipment maintenance and operation history and making technical recommendations
Understanding of construction techniques and sequences (cranes, scaffolds, NDE, welding, equipment, tools, etc.)
Supervisory and Management Skills:
Management of off-site or remote engineering and design personnel and companies
Coordination of engineering and design personnel supporting Reliability, Instrumentation, Electrical, or Process Engineering Deliverables
Coordination and management of shop fabrication and repairs
Creating safety awareness and providing leadership to their team so they will perform their duties in compliance with applicable P66 and refinery safety policies
Mentoring and training team members in areas of expertise
Strong and effective communication skills (verbal and written) in both individual and group settings
Strong leadership skills and the ability to work well with others
Strong time management / organizational skills
Compensation Range
This position has a base salary range of $141,300 - $172,700.
At Phillips 66, we are committed to pay transparency and competitive, equitable compensation. Each role is assigned a salary grade with a defined pay range, benchmarked against industry peers. Where a candidate offer falls within the posted range depends on the candidate's experience, skills, and alignment with the role's requirements. Offers are made to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness. Our compensation programs are designed to reward performance and support career growth.
The Ferndale Refinery is located on Puget Sound in Ferndale, Washington, approximately 20 miles south of the U.S.-Canada border. Facilities include crude distillation, naphtha reforming, fluid catalytic cracking, alkylation and hydrodesulfurization units. It processes a variety crude oils, including Alaskan North Slope, Canadian and other foreign and U.S. shale crudes, primarily delivered via marine vessel and pipeline. Within the refinery is a rail car crude oil receiving facility with a capacity of 30,000 BPD. This offloading facility, owned by Phillips 66 Partners, makes the receipt of additional crude by rail car possible. The refinery produces a high percentage of transportation fuels. Other products include residual fuel oil, which is supplied to the northwest marine bunker fuel market. Most refined products are distributed to customers by pipeline and barge to major markets in the northwestern United States.
Benefits
At Phillips 66, we are proud to offer attractive and high-quality benefits which we refer to as Total Rewards. Additional information on Total Rewards (http://hr.phillips66.com) .
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. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. 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, cultivate an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and pursue excellence.
Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting 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 07/01/2026 .
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 Equal Opportunity Employer
