Pipeline & Terminal Project Engineer

Provides technical expertise for development and design of capital, expense and maintenance projects. Provides project management skills to execute the construction of projects in a safe, profitable, timely and efficient manner.

• Participates in various stages of project development including project identification, economic and feasibility analyses, early-phase design, and cost estimation.
• Prepares and submits “Authorization for Expenditures” (AFE’s) for capital and expense projects per process design.
• Prepares specifications and procures materials and equipment for a timely and efficient execution of projects.
• Prepares specifications and procures materials and equipment for timely and efficient execution of projects.
• Provides technical support to all refinery departments that will result in safe, efficient and cost effective installations.
• Oversees and coordinates contract personnel for engineering, design and installation of capital, expense and maintenance projects.
• Performs cost tracking and status reporting for assigned projects.
• Assists in the optimization of existing assets, which may include hydraulic analysis.
• Reduces potential risk to public safety and environment, and minimizes company liability.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously within a managed budget and execution schedule.
• Follows all safety rules and guidelines.
• Provides technical expertise to create, update, and maintain Valero Standards and Engineering Specifications.
• Coordinates with other departments such as Right-of-Way, Safety & Environmental, Regulatory Compliance, and Operations in the management and development of projects.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.

Job

Engineering

Primary Location:

US-TX-San Antonio

Job Posting

Dec 9, 2025, 8:28:19 AM

Unposting Date

Ongoing

• Able and willing to work on-site and in-person, required.
• Bachelor’s or higher level degree in Engineering required.
• 2 years of experience in the following area(s):
• engineering experience in a pipeline, terminal or related operating environment required.
• Ability to perform standard engineering calculations pertaining to liquid flow and hydraulics required.
• Working experience and knowledge of Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs) and engineering design drawings required.
• Ability to read and interpret company policies, regulatory guidelines, and other work-related documentation.
• Ability to abide by confidentiality requirements when working with sensitive information, results, and communications.
• Skill in providing thorough, efficient, and effective customer service to individuals at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal methods.
• Ability to accomplish work within required timelines, including short, long, and emergency timeframes.
• Ability to work with others to accomplish challenging assignments.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments to ensure completion of tasks within stated time requirements.
• Basic skill using Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Word and Excel)
  

All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .

Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Valero's employees are the heart of its success, and there is a reason why the company is an employer of choice in the fuels manufacturing and marketing industry. It’s not just the excellent benefits package, or the opportunities for personal growth, it’s also the caring and committed culture of the organization that makes everyone feel like they’re truly part of a team.

Valero is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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