Full-Time
Data Center Engineering Specialist
Valero
5,001-10,000 employees
Refines petroleum; produces renewable fuels
No salary listed
San Antonio, TX, USA
In Person
Some travel may be required.
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- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
- 5 years of experience with electrical control equipment, electrical circuitry, and data center management or related is required.
- Sound grounding and experience in electrical engineering principles and analysis required.
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at a Valero San Antonio location, required.
- Provide engineering design and support for electrical systems, HVAC systems, fire suppression systems, security systems and other facility aspects of computer data centers with little to no supervision.
- Provide support for enterprise information system infrastructure technology solutions aligned with industry and company standards.
- Work in close collaboration with team members, end users, and other IS departments to meet the company's goals.
- The primary focus will be support work, but will also be involved in the design and implementation of projects.
- Support assigned information system infrastructure disciplines/components and business users as a lead for highly complex projects and/or enhancements to existing architecture. This includes the use of Valero's system to track support activities.
- Provide design specifications and procedures for electrical systems, HVAC systems, fire suppression systems and other facility aspects of the data center.
- Provide management, monitoring, and optimization of power utilization, HVAC requirements and capacity planning for Valero data center.
- Provide supervision in the use of electrical devices and energy consumption to maintain efficient and safe utilization of Valero data center facilities.
- Coordinate the acquisition, location selection, and power requirements for the installation of new data systems with I/S staff.
- Coordinate retirement, removal, and disposal of computer systems.
- Monitor and report on critical power systems (UPSs & PDUs), HVAC systems, fire suppression systems, and leak detection systems.
- Participate in information system infrastructure design and implementation projects as a project manager, lead or individual contributor, as required.
- As a project manager, responsibilities will include the successful and reliable implementation of a cost effective highly complex project while meeting business needs.
- Work on highly complex tasks for the design, development, maintenance and upgrade of information system infrastructure involving hardware, software, and system applications.This includes, but is not limited to: trouble-shooting, problem-solving, issue resolution, user interaction, training, defining systems scope, gathering requirements, documenting design specifications, research and fact-finding, configuration, testing, reporting, cutover, IS and business user coordination.
- Effective work relationships within the department and strong functional relationships at various job levels with business users, IS departments, user groups and Valero business partners.
- Learn or demonstrate a broad, in-depth mastery of more than one information system infrastructure discipline/component and associated application/hardware integration while continuously looking for opportunities to improve, streamline, reinvent processes and technology gaps.
- Help coordinate the adoption of new procedures resulting from software and hardware changes, including the development of system specifications, documentation, training, and communication plans.
- Perform analysis on and recommend quality highly complex solutions to information system infrastructure technology disciplines/components and stay abreast of emerging cost effective technologies.
- Understand and mentor others on the various IT methodologies which include project management, development, service management and system architecture
- May be required to work off-hours and on weekends for projects and/or support.
- Some travel may be required.
- On call 24 x 7 rotations, after hours, and extended hours may be required.
- This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
- Basic understanding of critical datacenter electrical and/or mechanical equipment such as UPS, Generators, Switchgears, Power Distribution Units, VFDs, Automatic/Static Transfer Switches, AHUs, CRACs, Chillers, Pumps, Cooling Towers, Water Treatment and system design.
- Experience with reading, interpreting & understanding of One-line diagrams and engineering blueprints
- Exhibit high technical expertise in areas such as system troubleshooting, integration & testing, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Corrective Action (CA) documentation for equipment failures
- EPMS/SCADA/BMS Controls experience (Software and/or Hardware)
- Professional standing; possesses or working toward P.E. license preferred.
- Membership in IEEE preferred.
- Refinery industry or related business/IT experience preferred.
Valero Energy Corporation refines petroleum and produces renewable fuels, including renewable diesel, while operating a network of Valero-branded fuel stations. It runs 15 refineries across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom and 14 ethanol plants in the U.S., plus it handles fuel transportation and logistics to deliver products to customers. Unlike peers that focus on a single energy source, Valero combines traditional refining, renewable fuel production, branding, and logistics at scale. Its goal is to meet growing global energy demand safely and responsibly by balancing conventional fuels with renewable options while pursuing strong ESG practices.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
San Antonio, Texas
Founded
1980
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 refining income hits $1.8 billion from Strait of Hormuz blockade margins.
- Diamond Green Diesel swings to $139 million profit on higher renewable volumes.
- $230 million St. Charles FCC project boosts yields online in Q3 2026.
What critics are saying
- Port Arthur explosion idles 380,000 bpd capacity through Q3 2026.
- Phillips 66 Rodeo upgrades undercut Diamond Green Diesel pricing by Q4 2026.
- Hormuz reopening floods Gulf Coast with cheap diesel, cuts refining income 40% by Q4 2026.
What makes Valero unique
- Valero operates world's largest refining system at 3.2 million bpd across 15 refineries.
- Diamond Green Diesel JV produces 1.2 billion gallons renewable diesel and SAF yearly.
- 12 U.S. ethanol plants deliver 1.7 billion gallons annually in Mid-Continent region.
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Valero swings to profit on strong refining margins in Q1. Valero Energy Corporation posted a strong turnaround in first-quarter 2026 earnings, as robust refining margins and improved operational performance lifted the U.S. downstream giant back into profitability. The company reported net income of $1.3 billion, or $4.22 per share, compared with a net loss of $595 million a year earlier, when results were weighed down by impairment charges tied to its California refining assets. The earnings rebound was led by Valero's core refining business, where operating income surged to $1.8 billion from a loss of $530 million a year earlier. Throughput volumes averaged 2.9 million barrels per day, underscoring the company's ability to capitalize on favorable margin conditions despite broader commodity market volatility. Performance also improved across its low-carbon and biofuels segments. Renewable diesel swung to a $139 million operating profit from a loss a year ago, while ethanol income rose to $90 million, reflecting stronger margins and higher production volumes. Valero generated $1.4 billion in operating cash flow during the quarter and returned $938 million to shareholders through dividends and buybacks, highlighting continued capital discipline. The company also raised its quarterly dividend by 6% to $1.20 per share, reinforcing its commitment to shareholder returns amid improving fundamentals. On the balance sheet, Valero issued $850 million in senior notes during the quarter to refinance debt and ended March with $5.7 billion in cash, maintaining a relatively low net debt-to-capitalization ratio of 18%. The results come as global refining markets remain structurally tight, with distillate margins - particularly diesel - continuing to outperform gasoline in several regions. Valero's geographically diversified refining system allows it to optimize across these regional spreads, a key advantage in volatile markets. At the same time, the company is advancing targeted capital projects to enhance yield and profitability. Its $230 million fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) optimization project at the St. Charles refinery is expected to come online in the third quarter, boosting output of higher-value products. Valero is also continuing to expand its exposure to lower-carbon fuels through its Diamond Green Diesel joint venture, positioning itself within tightening regulatory frameworks and growing demand for renewable fuels in the U.S. and Europe. While the company did not provide formal forward guidance in the release, management emphasized its ability to "benefit from the current margin environment" and highlighted operational execution as a key driver going forward. The strong first-quarter performance suggests Valero is entering 2026 with momentum, supported by resilient refining economics, disciplined capital allocation, and a gradually improving contribution from its low-carbon portfolio. By Charles Kennedy for Oilprice.com More Top Reads From Oilprice.com
Valero Energy faces significant operational challenges following an explosion and fire at its Port Arthur, Texas refinery in early April 2026. The blast destroyed a diesel hydrotreater and control room, forcing an extended shutdown and reducing crude intake at a facility representing 3.7% of Gulf Coast refining capacity. The incident tests Valero's investment narrative centred on earnings resilience and shareholder returns. Despite the setback, the company increased its dividend by 6% to $1.20 per share in January 2026 and continues share buybacks, supported by a 122% one-year total return. However, the outage raises concerns about cash flow sustainability if crack spreads weaken during the shutdown. Analysts project $119.2 billion in revenue and $5.8 billion in earnings by 2029, though the Port Arthur disruption could pressure these forecasts.
10 minutes with: bruce woerner. Thanks for taking 10 minutes out with gasworld. What have we interrupted in your schedule today? Despite the challenging economics of investing in new renewable natural gas (RNG) biomass plants in the US, I am actively involved with four projects and am also supporting the efforts of two low-purity sources. I am also helping several sources pursue 45Q tax credits. How would you characterize the US CO2 market today - from the traditional merchant market through to decarbonization? Predictably, California is the newest area to slip into a supply deficit, with product now being imported from many states away by virtually all the marketers. The Valero refinery source in Northern California will close at the end of April, further compounding the shortage. ... to continue reading you must be subscribed To access hundreds of features, subscribe today! At a time when the world is forced to go digital more than ever before just to stay connected, discover the in-depth content our subscribers receive every month by subscribing to gasworld.
Valero prepares restart of Port Arthur, Texas (U.S.) oil refinery after blast. 3/25/2026 9:00:00 AM Valero Energy Corp. is preparing to restart its 380,000-bpd Port Arthur, Texas, oil refinery this week after shutting the plant on Tuesday following an explosion and fire the previous day, two people familiar with operations said. Workers were blocking the pipelines that feed the damaged 47,000-bpd unit 243 diesel hydrotreater early on Wednesday, the sources said, adding that the shutdown was needed to extinguish the fire on Tuesday. No injuries were reported from the blast, triggered after process fluid was released on unit 243, Valero said in a regulatory filing. The explosion was felt 11 miles (18 km) from the plant, located on the east Texas border with Louisiana. The outage comes as refining margins are strong due to closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran amid the conflict in the region, which has shut significant supply of refined products from Middle Eastern refineries. Once the feed lines to unit 243 have been blocked, Valero will return natural gas to the plant and re-light the safety flare system and boilers to raise steam that drives utilities and heat production units, the sources said. Feedstock can be reintroduced once 14 other production units return to operating temperatures, and the process of getting output within specifications will take place. The refinery's production will be brought up to planned levels, as close to maximum capacity as possible. Hydrotreaters use hydrogen to remove sulfur from motor fuels during production, in compliance with U.S. environmental rules.
Texas oil refinery explosion sends smoke into air, residents advised to shelter in place. Residents of a Texas city were urged to shelter in place following an explosion and fire at a Valero oil refinery that sent massive plumes of smoke billowing in * * Highlights * March 25, 2026 * 0 Views Residents of a Texas city were urged to shelter in place following an explosion and fire at a Valero oil refinery that sent massive plumes of smoke billowing into the air. The incident happened Monday at Valero's Port Arthur Refinery, which is located about 90 miles east of Houston and processes around 435,000 barrels per day. The company says about 770 employees work at the site, but there were no injuries, according to Port Arthur Mayor Charlotte Moses. "There's been an explosion, yes, but we're OK, everybody's OK," Moses said in a video posted on Facebook late Monday. "They're trying to put the fire out as quickly as possible. They are working fast, our firefighters are on the scene. They're working really hard." Port Arthur is advising residents who live in the areas of Stillwell Boulevard West to South of Highway 73, Sabine Pass and Pleasure Island to adhere to an "immediate shelter in place." "For your safety, please remain in place until the 'All Clear' is given by emergency personnel," the city said. Port Arthur has a population of around 56,000. "Currently, there is a fire in a unit at Valero's Port Arthur, Texas refinery," Valero told FOX Business in a statement on Tuesday morning. "All personnel have been accounted for. Valero's emergency response team is responding and coordinating with local authorities. As a precaution, Jefferson County officials have closed State Highways 82 and 87. As always, the safety of our workers is our top priority." Jefferson County Sheriff Zena Stephens told FOX4 Beaumont that an industrial heater was likely behind the explosion. "Emergency response coordinators and regional staff have been deployed with handheld and mobile air monitoring assets in response to the Valero fire in Port Arthur, TX and are coordinating activities through incident command," the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality wrote on X. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *