Engineer

Energy Transfer; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer in San Antonio, TX seeks an engineer to drive improvements in SOPs, best practices, and regulatory compliance across gas operations. The role covers small and medium project cycles, compressor performance, and facility simulations, with hands-on collaboration with operations and planning teams.

The position emphasizes PSM activities, safety standards, and continuous learning, with travel 10% and a strong focus on analytical problem solving and cross-divisional coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred).
• 3–6 years’ experience in pipeline simulation and modeling.
• Experience with ProMax/NextGen pipeline and plant simulation software.
• Experience with compressor modeling software, preferably Ariel Compressors.
• Understanding of MAOP/OPP protection related to field compression.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently with staff of varying skills.
• Knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195 for pipelines and facilities.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project cycle for small field generated plant improvement projects including scope, design, procurement, construction and completion.
• Communicate with operations personnel and contractors for small project implementation.
• Manage full project cycle for medium sized commercial expansion projects including scope, design, procurement, construction and completion.
• Work with operations personnel to improve field compression reliability, including compressor performance and over pressure protection of pipelines.
• Collaborate with Facility Planning to obtain simulation results for gathering system expansion projects.
• Assist plant operations daily to improve operations (troubleshooting).
• Participate in PSM activities and maintain facility drawings, action items, etc.
• Maintain facility process simulations and develop solutions following codes, safety standards, and good engineering practices.
• Proactively broaden engineering knowledge and proficiencies.

Skills

Excellent written and oral comms

Analytical ability

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree – Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred)

Tools

ProMax/Nextgen

Ariel Compressors

Job description

This engineer will be instrumental in identifying areas to maximize our impact. The development and improvement of internal SOP’s and Best Practices along with increased regulatory compliance measures require this next level of involvement and attention. Examples include:

• Standardization with the other Divisions in Gas Operations
• Operations Excellence (PSMS) rollout, training, and support
• Small project review, support, & management
• PHMSA compliance measures
• DOT annual reporting support
• SOP compliance reviews
• GIS, Engineering and As-built record support
• Gas and Liquid pipeline integrity support

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement entire project cycle for small field generated plant improvement projects including scope, design, development, material procurement, construction and project completion.
• Communicate with company operations personnel and contractors for small project implementation.
• Implement entire project cycle for medium sized commercial expansion projects including scope, design, development, material procurement, construction and project completion.
• Work with operations personnel to help improve field compression reliability, which includes compressor performance and over pressure protection of pipelines.
• Work with Facility Planning group, to obtain simulation results for gathering system expansion projects.
• Work with plant operations personnel (daily) to help improve plant operations (troubleshooting).
• Take part in PSM activities for area facilities. (Help maintain facility drawings, resolve PHA action items, etc.)
• Maintain facility process simulations and work with senior process engineers to develop process solutions while following engineering standards, code compliance, proper company and safety standards, and good engineering practices.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to broaden and deepen engineering knowledge base and proficiencies.

Required Skills

Requirements

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor of Science Degree – Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil preferred)
• Minimum 3 – 6 years’ experience in pipeline simulation, modeling, principals, and practices required.
• Experience with multiphase pipeline and/or plant simulation software: ProMax/ Nextgen
• Experience with compressor modeling software preferred.
• Extensive experience with compressor performance analysis, primarily Ariel Compressors, along with gathering field compression station operations.
• Understanding of pipeline MAOP/OPP protection as related to field compression.
• Have ability and experience in managing and executing multiple projects concurrently with multiple staff layers of varying skills and degrees of experience.
• Knowledgeable in hazardous liquid and gas engineering principals, standards and specifications and industry and regulatory rules and regulations pertaining to the 49 CFR Parts192 and 195 for pipelines and related facilities plus other industry, standards, guidelines, and codes.
• Analytical ability and ability to review, understand and interpret engineering drawings, alignment sheets, survey data, GIS data, and industry and regulatory codes and standards.
• Proficiency with personal computer applications including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Outlook required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Travel and overtime required periodically.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Natural Gas industry understanding
• 3 – 6 years Engineering project experience

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Natural Gas industry understanding
• 3 – 6 years Engineering project experience

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
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 above statements, 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.

Primary Location

United States-TX-SAN ANTONION

Work Locations

San Antonio TX IH-10 W (100000913) 19003 IH-10 W San Antonio 78257

Schedule

Regular

Full-time

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Job Posting

Oct 23, 2026, 4:00:00 AM

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