FlexSteel - Operations Engineer - Field Services

Flexsteel Industries; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FlexSteel Pipeline Technologies, LLC is seeking an Operations Engineer in Field Services to support field installations, investigations, and planning activities. You will serve as the technical lead on special projects, develop and implement installation procedures, and support equipment and documentation to facilitate the understanding and installation of FlexSteel pipe in diverse environments.

You will travel to client sites and support teams, requiring strong planning, communication, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, 3–7 years related experience
• Offshore pipeline construction experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute field installations and investigations.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution for installation/operation issues.
• Develop and improve installation procedures and supporting equipment.
• Provide technical support to other teams and clients as needed.
• Attend client meetings as the company technical representative.
• Travel to support field operations and supplier evaluations.
• Ensure safety and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project planning

Technical troubleshooting

Field operations

Leadership

Reading drawings

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

PE preferred

Job description

FlexSteel - Operations Engineer - Field Services

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: FLEXS002619

• Posted : August 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

This is a FlexSteel position and is located in Baytown, TX

Looking for local candidates

SUMMARY

Support field installations, investigations, and planning activities as necessary to meet company and client needs. Service as technical lead on special projects and new service offerings. Develop and implement installation procedures, support equipment, and documentation to facilitate the understanding and installation of FlexSteel pipe in all environments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Diligent planning and communication
• Effective development of Field Operations procedures, processes, systems, and documentation
• Lead troubleshooting and issue resolution efforts for installation and operational anomalies
• Aid in the development and improvement of installation and handling equipment
• Assume ownership of projects and assignments to ensure efficient and effective completion
• Ensure conservative engineering practices relevant to the processes, designs, quality plans and safety considerations are implemented in accordance with company and statutory requirements.
• Modeling and design of field equipment and installation scenarios.
• Provide technical support to other functional groups and clients when needed.
• High level of computer literacy desired.
• Attend client meetings as company technical representative.
• Travel as necessary to support field operations, customer meetings, and supplier evaluations.
• Ensure a “Safety First” attitude is emphasized in all activities and communications.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may be responsible for directing or coordinating the work activities of others. The following positions report directly to this position:

• There are no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Highly motivated individual able to drive actions to completion with minimal oversight
• High technical ability required including:
• Read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, drawings, regulatory documents
• Write professional quality technical reports
• Respond, as a technical expert, to technical questions from colleagues, management and designers.
• Communicate design improvements and discrepancies to designers and other engineers.
• Effectively operate within a dynamic, multi-tasking team environment.
• Aptitude to learn new design tools to broaden experience.
• Ability to effectively present information and communicate at all levels in a constructive manner.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Mechanical or Civil (Structural) Engineering, plus three to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Pipeline and/or Petroleum production system offshore construction experience
• Understanding of computer systems as they relate to technical documentation, system modeling, equipment design, data analysis, and file maintenance.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes including fabrication, machining, and various mechanical systems.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Expect 30%+ travel
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Domestic and International travel as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Typical work environment may include any or all of the following:
  • Office environment
  • Global pipeline construction environments
  • Fabrication/manufacturing environment
  • Various outdoor environments where exposed to the elements (sun, wind, rain, snow, etc.).
  • Activities that involve high pressure hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, moving machinery, excessive noise and working at elevations.

Disclaimer: Flexsteel Pipeline Technologies, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required. Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.

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