Field Optimization Engineer

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

Profit sharing

PTO

Career opportunities

Job summary

A national energy company is seeking a Field Optimization Engineer to enhance operational performance through hydraulic and process modeling. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience in the natural gas sector. The role includes managing projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including a 401(k) match and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of combined engineering, operations, and/or project experience.
• Experience in Natural Gas treating, fractionation, or processing industry.
• Working knowledge of Engineering Programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform system hydraulic modeling and process modeling.
• Conduct compressor performance runs.
• Manage regional gas gathering and processing projects.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Process modeling

Project management

Cost control

Knowledge of Microsoft Products

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering Discipline (ChemE or ME preferred)

Job description

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 11,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Field Optimization Engineer will perform system hydraulic modeling and process modeling to identify areas of opportunity and projects for improved operational performance
• Field Optimization Engineer will perform compressor performance runs to ensure optimal field compression performance for operational reliability.
• Field Optimization Engineer is responsible for regional gas gathering and processing and treating plant projects, field gathering projects, and will manage these capital growth projects and/or other operations or commercial-derived projects meeting project scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
• Implement entire project cycle for growth capital projects including: scope and design development, AFE preparation and submittals, material procurement, execution and construction oversite, commissioning, and project completion.
• Work with (and guide) the Construction Group members in construction and inspection activities on engineering projects.
• Projects are driven by cost and schedule to meet commercial commitments.
• Communicate with stakeholders including operations personnel, cost controls, project controls, project planning, and contractors for project implementation.
• Participate in PSM activities for growth projects and develop and implement PSM work, including Design reviews, PHAs, LOPAs, MOCs, training, etc.
• Responsible for technical review of designs, drawings, and studies.
• Ensure work complies with federal, state, and local regulations (including safety, environmental, and DOT) and internal policies and procedures.
• Work with system planning engineering group to develop projects that follow engineering standards, code compliance, proper company and safety standards, and good engineering practices.
• Proactively seeks opportunities to broaden and deepen project management knowledge base and proficiencies.

Requirements

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

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor’s in Engineering Discipline (ChemE or ME preferred)
• Previous experience in Natural Gas treating, fractionation, or processing industry
• 5+ years of combined engineering, operations, and/or project experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Products and Engineering Programs

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

• The Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 3-6 years of relevant job related experience
• The Senior Engineer level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 6-8 years of relevant job related experience
• The Senior Engineer II level requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 8+ years of relevant job related experience
• The Staff Engineer level requires Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 12+ years of relevant job related experience
• The Principal Engineer level requires Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 20+ years of relevant job related experience with a strong preference for a PE license

Working Conditions

Normal office working conditions or at the project site.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.

Overnight travel is required when necessary to manage projects.

Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, extreme temperature conditions, and loud machinery and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

Energy Transfer 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.
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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.