Midstream Project Engineer - Natural Gas Facilities

Farnsworth Group, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA/FSA

Disability insurance

Maternity/Paternity leave

Professional development

Mentoring program

Paid time off

Wellness reimbursements

Pet insurance

Hybrid work program

Job summary

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is seeking a Midstream Project Engineer - Natural Gas Facilities to join our energy team in Colorado. You will lead engineering design and project execution for compressor stations, metering, and related facilities.

The role emphasizes leadership, cost control, and coordination with diverse teams, with opportunities to travel to field locations and interact with clients and contractors.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering from ABET accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of facility design experience in natural gas.
• Compression experience – sizing, modeling, specifying, designing, installing, commissioning.
• Knowledge of CFR 49 part 192.
• Knowledge of gas transmission systems and compressor station components.
• Willing to travel and hold a valid driver’s license.
• Experience with natural gas utilities and/or midstream companies.
• Licensed Professional Engineer desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise on natural gas facility projects (compressor stations, metering/regulation stations).
• Develop projects by analyzing existing facilities for improvements to performance, safety, and reliability.
• Prepare detailed technical documents, engineering calculations, design specs, P&IDs, and reports.
• Coordinate with drafters/designers to develop engineering drawings.
• Support construction activities at field locations and site visits.
• Manage engineering projects from conception to completion: scoping, budgeting, scheduling, design coordination, closeout.
• Develop proposals including fee estimates, RFPs, and schedule preparation in MS Project.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Communication skills

Field support

Education

ABET-accredited engineering BS

Professional Engineer license desired

Tools

AutoCAD

CADWorx

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Midstream Project Engineer - Natural Gas Facilities to join our team. In this role, you will have an opportunity to join a growing engineering team and play a key role in the company’s future growth as part of Farnsworth’s Energy and Utilities group. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase leadership, project management, and technical knowledge within this industry.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide technical expertise on natural gas facility projects (e.g., compressor stations, metering/regulation stations) in support of other Farnsworth Group project managers.
• Develop projects by analyzing existing facilities for proposed improvements to performance, safety, and reliability as requested by our clients.
• Prepare detailed technical documents, engineering calculations, design specifications, P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), and reports in support of projects for our clients.
• Coordinate with drafters/designers to develop engineering drawings.
• Support construction activities at field locations to ensure compliance with drawings and specifications. This includes periodic site visits, oversight of Farnsworth team members on site, and/or addressing contractor inquiries.
• Ability to manage engineering projects from conception to completion, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, design coordination, construction support, and project closeout is desired. This would include coordination with client representatives, internal departments (i.e. survey, structural, electrical, etc.), subcontractors, and other Energy and Utility team members.
• Develop proposals including fee estimating, subcontractor request for proposals, schedule preparation in Microsoft Project, and writing of proposal letters while coordinating with the proposal team.

What You’ll Need:

• BS in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in facility design in the natural gas industry.
• Compression experience – sizing/modeling, specifying, designing, installing, commissioning.
• Knowledge of CFR 49 part 192.
• Knowledge of gas transmission systems as well as mechanical components and ancillary systems installed at compressor stations.
• Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards.
• Experience working with natural gas utilities and/or midstream companies.
• Licensed Professional Engineer desired.
• Computer proficiency with MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, CADWorx and related third‑party platforms a plus.
• Must demonstrate strong written and oral communication skills.
• Must be willing to travel and have a valid driver’s license.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.
Illinois Pay Transparency $120,000 — $225,000 USD
Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.
Colorado Pay Transparency $120,000 — $225,000 USD

Who We Are:

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work‑life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work‑life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.