Associate Project Engineer

Energy Transfer; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking an Associate Project Engineer in the natural gas compression industry. This entry-level role develops technical, operational, and project management skills while supporting facilities, equipment, operations, reliability, and capital projects.

The position offers rotation across departments to broaden experience, with field site visits and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive safety, reliability, and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems, Petroleum, Chemical, Industrial or related engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel periodically to field locations and company facilities.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects from concept through execution, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and documentation.
• Assist with equipment evaluations, system analysis, and technical problem-solving activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Safety, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams on strategic initiatives.
• Participate in field visits to compression facilities and project locations to gain operational knowledge.
• Analyze operational and performance data to identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Assist in preparing project scopes, engineering reports, cost estimates, and technical presentations.
• Support safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Develop a working knowledge of compression equipment, facility design, construction, and operational practices.
• Participate in rotational assignments and special projects as determined by business needs and development objectives.

Skills

Analytical

Organizational

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelors in Systems Engineering

Bachelors in Petroleum Engineering

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP, (NYSE: USAC) provides mission-critical natural gas compression services to large upstream and midstream energy companies. We are an operations-centric, technology-driven employer with 800+ employees in 18 states across the US. We owe our success to the quality of our employees, our strong commitment to safety, and our superior service to customers.

Position Summary

The Associate Project Engineer is an entry-level engineering position designed for recent graduates seeking to develop technical, operational, and project management skills within the natural gas compression industry. This role supports engineering and business initiatives related to facilities, equipment, operations, reliability, and capital projects. The Associate Project Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to gain practical experience while contributing to projects that enhance safety, reliability, efficiency, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects from concept through execution, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and documentation.
• Assist with equipment evaluations, system analysis, and technical problem-solving activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Safety, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams on strategic initiatives.
• Participate in field visits to compression facilities and project locations to gain operational knowledge.
• Analyze operational and performance data to identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Assist in preparing project scopes, engineering reports, cost estimates, and technical presentations.
• Support safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Develop a working knowledge of compression equipment, facility design, construction, and operational practices.
• Participate in rotational assignments and special projects as determined by business needs and development objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems, Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 0-2 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Willingness to travel periodically to field locations and company facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or project experience in oil and gas, energy, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Familiarity with project management principles and engineering design processes.

Developmental Assignment Statement

This position is developmental in nature and may include rotational assignments across various departments and functional areas within the organization. These rotations are intended to provide broad business exposure, enhance technical and leadership development, and prepare the Associate Project Engineer for future growth opportunities within the company.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

USA Compression is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation forany part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247.This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.