Compression / Rotating Equipment Engineer

Colonial Group; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP in Owensboro, KY seeks a Rotating Equipment Engineer to oversee performance engineering and troubleshooting of large rotating equipment across the natural gas pipeline system, including compressors, drivers, and skid-mounted auxiliaries.

The role serves as the subject matter expert and owner’s engineer for rotating assets, ensuring safe, reliable operation with emphasis on performance optimization, reliability improvements, emissions compliance, and lifecycle

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently and share knowledge with others.
• Strong work ethic with initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and ethical practices.
• Willingness to travel to field locations.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Perform performance engineering and advanced troubleshooting of large rotating equipment across the natural gas pipeline system.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and owner’s engineer for rotating assets.
• Focus on performance optimization, reliability improvement, and emissions compliance.
• Support day-to-day operations and long-term asset optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Field Operations, Operations Engineering, Project Execution, Asset Integrity, and vendors.
• Maintain asset integrity and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Enhance lifecycle of rotating equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Independent worker

Communication skills

Safety focus

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Oracle for Projects

Job description

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Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquidsindustry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Rotating Equipment Engineer is responsible for performance engineering, technical oversight, and advanced troubleshooting of large rotating equipment across the natural gas pipeline system, including compressors, drivers (motors, engines, and turbines), and all skid-mounted auxiliary systems. Serving as the subject matter expert and owner’s engineer for rotating assets, this role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical equipment by focusing on performance optimization, reliability improvement, emissions compliance, upgrade opportunities, and root cause analysis. The position supports both day-to-day operations and long-term asset optimization initiatives and works cross-functionally with Field Operations, Operations Engineering, Project Execution, Asset Integrity, and vendors to maintain asset integrity, minimize unplanned downtime, and enhance the overall performance and lifecycle of rotating equipment.

Position is Owensboro, KY

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical problem-solving & troubleshooting skills
• Strong computer skills (proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word).
• The ability to work independently without direct supervision, to maintain good working relationships with internal (company) and external contractors, and to share knowledge with others.
• A strong work ethic with demonstrated initiative.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• A strong commitment to personal and team safety and ethical business practices.
• Ability to travel to field locations as required.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record

PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience supporting rotating equipment in an industrial or energy environment.
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Reciprocating engines and compressors
  • Centrifugal compressors
  • Natural gas fired turbines
  • Auxiliary systems (lube oil, cooling, fuel gas, controls, emissions)
• Basic knowledge of pneumatic & electronic controls
• Demonstrated experience with performance analysis, troubleshooting, and reliability improvement.
• Working knowledge of Oracle for Projects, Purchasing, and Payable Reporting.
• Previous experience in project estimating, master service agreements, scope of work documents, and project scheduling

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.