LP Modeler
We are seeking a talented LP Modeler OR Sr. LP Modeler to join the LP Modeling Team at PBF Energy. This role plays a critical part in optimizing refinery performance by supporting feedstock selection, product blending, and operational decision-making. The LP Modeler will be responsible for maintaining and improving linear programming models used by both refinery and corporate teams. Success in this role requires ensuring models accurately represent crude properties, process yields, and operational constraints. The LP Modeler will serve as the primary point of contact for one or more refineries, ensuring models and economic tools are updated and aligned with business needs.
Primary Responsibilities
Maintain, validate, and enhance refinery LP models to ensure accuracy and reliability
Manage and prioritize the modeling worklist for assigned refinery sites; communicate status and progress to stakeholders
Lead the backcasting process, comparing LP predictions to actual unit performance to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
Support LP users with case setup, troubleshooting, and interpretation of results
Develop, standardize, and continuously improve input/output interfaces and data workflows for LP models to ensure consistency, accuracy, and ease of use across refineries
Collaborate with refinery and corporate teams to implement model improvements
Continuously build expertise in LP modeling and refining processes through training and hands-on application
Required Experience & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
5+ years of experience in refinery process engineering, economics, or planning
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Proactive, self-directed approach to work
Willingness to travel (~5%)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with refinery LP modeling tools such as PIMS or GRTMPS
Prior hands-on experience building, maintaining, or validating LP models in a refining environment
Familiarity with crude assay management, blending economics, and refinery planning processes
Understanding of refinery process units and their representation in LP models
Experience with data analysis and visualization tools
Demonstrated ability to translate technical findings into actionable business insights
Additional Details
This position is onsite
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs
ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED
FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SALARY REQUIREMENTS
CA Job Posting Requirement: The salary range for this position is $121,160.47- $216,090.75.
NJ Job Posting Requirement: The salary range for this position is $121,160.47- $200,749.41.
The compensation range listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate’s compensation. Salaries at the time of hire are typically in the lower to middle portion of the above range in order to provide the opportunity to reflect future performance-based increases. In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus eligibility, health care, retirement benefits, and paid time off.
We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC (“PBF Energy”), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.
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