Enhancing Early-Career Engineer Development at PBF Energy
Challenge
PBF Energy faced significant challenges in retaining and attracting talent due to the loss of institutional knowledge during the Great Resignation and the increasing job mobility of newer employees. They needed a strategy to engage and develop early-career engineers while building a sense of belonging and connection.
Objective
Develop a comprehensive training and mentoring program to support PBF Energy’s early-career engineers, improve retention, and foster a strong company culture.
Becht Approach
Becht collaborated with PBF Energy to design a tailored solution, including:
- Ad-hoc technical support and guidance on industry best practices
- Customized training programs led by subject matter experts
- Access to BechtCONNECT, a proprietary knowledge-on-demand network
- An in-person Early Career Engineer Development program to enhance team-building and leadership engagement
Solution
Becht provided expert-led training, including two days of Refinery Fundamentals instruction by SME Mike Bober, supported by BechtCONNECT for ongoing knowledge access. The partnership also included a comprehensive orientation program to integrate new engineers into PBF Energy’s culture and values.
Client Value
This strategic initiative strengthened PBF Energy’s onboarding and development process, leading to enhanced employee engagement and retention, improved operational efficiency through access to expert knowledge, and a strong foundation for early-career engineers to ensure long-term success. By aligning with Becht, PBF Energy is effectively investing in their workforce and future growth.
For more details about the partnership between PBF and Becht, read the full article.
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