Construction Engineer
Richmond, VA - USA
Job Summary
Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Construction Engineer through 05/04/2026 at 11:59 p.m. (PST) located at Richmond CA.
This position reports to a Job Coordinator within the Construction Service Group organization and is responsible for planning/executing the construction and major modifications of Chevrons facilities. Establishes construction procedures methods costs and schedules. Works closely with other functions to ensure projects are completed safely timely cost effectively and are of desired quality.
This position is responsible for safety efficiency quality scheduling and execution of onshore construction work supporting refinery operations. The candidate needsto demonstrate the ability to provide effective on-site guidance of construction activities related to small project construction work executed by local contractors.
They will ensure conformance with safety policies project plans and enforce design and construction codes (e.g. welding code and inspection techniques NDE methods Design Guidelines Chevron Engineering Standards SID Safe work practices etc.) and should be familiar with SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) PTW (permit-to-work) systems JSAs (Job Safety Analysis) SIMOPS risk mitigation plans contractor safety and safety work processes related to construction activities.
This position is responsible for working with engineering and the Construction Manager to prioritize and plan project work to reduce operating downtime and optimize production.
A knowledge and understanding of constructability and operability for input to the design of new equipment or upgrades is desirable.
Construction Engineers may be assigned to a multi-functional team. These positions support the execution of new projects as well as maintaining the reliability of operating plans in the refinery. They work with a CM as well as other functional groups to determine project needs manage capital and/or expense budgets oversee small project design and construction and support operational needs.
They facilitate repairs additions and new installations of tanks vessels reactors columns pumps piping power distribution and computer controls.
They are responsible for various aspects of small projects including project identification and scoping estimation of labor and material costs cost tracking and interfacing with plant/field operations.
Required Qualifications:
Strong work performance in core programs communication leadership teamwork and problem-solving skills.
A Bachelors Masters or Doctorate degree in Construction Management or Engineering or related work experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience as a field construction or project support engineer.
Familiar business principles and their application to projects (i.e. life cycle cost ROCE IRR Cash Flow NPV EV etc.).
Relocation will be considered.
Expatriates will not be considered.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
This position is located at Chevrons Richmond Refinery in the San Francisco Bay Area. Many folks living in the Bay Area remark on the natural beauty of the surrounding areas temperate year-round weather and fabulous weekend Bay Area is home to some of Californias greatest attractions. There areworld class cultural centers (nearby San Francisco Los Angeles within driving distance or short flight) scenic beaches (Monterrey Santa Cruz Marin) world renown epicurean centers (San Francisco Napa Berkeley) more than a million acres of protected land (National Parks: Yosemite Point Reyes; State Parks and Regional Parks) and hiking and skiing in Californias Sierra Nevada mountains only a few hours away. Richmond is also in close proximity of two international Airports providing options for longer distant travel. The surrounding areas of can provide a living arrangement for those who desire to live in a lively city environment or for those who prefer a small-town feel. The average temperature all year is in the mid-70s with little to no humidity and limited rainfall in the winter months.
This role is not eligible for expatriate assignment.Global Offshore Payrollapplicants must be able to use current US work authorization or otherwise able to obtain work authorization within 4 months of initiation of immigration activities. Refer to theUS immigration FAQ documentfor more information about visa appointment timing.
Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions
The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidates compensation will be determined based on his or her skills experience and qualifications. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable to successful candidates who are hired onto local United States payroll.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $104700 $ $206400.
Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes but is not limited to variable pay health care coverage retirement plan protection coverage time off and leave programs training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Regulatory notice:
Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religious creed sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin or ancestry age mental or physical disability medical condition reproductive health decision-making military or veteran status political preference marital status citizenship genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
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Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Chevron works to meet the world's growing demand for energy by exploring for oil and natural gas; refining and marketing gasoline; producing chemicals and more.