Midstream Project Engineer: Process Design & Optimization

Targa Resources; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Targa Resources is seeking a Project Engineer to design and support midstream gas processing facilities, including equipment specification, process simulation, and startup activities. You will collaborate with engineering consultants, operations, and project teams to deliver safe, reliable plant performance.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, willingness to travel about 25%, and hands-on experience with natural gas processing and Promax.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience with natural gas gathering, compression, treating, dehydration, and processing.
• Familiarity with Promax or similar process simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for plant project development and PSM compliance.
• Develop process simulations and material & energy balances using ProMax.
• Size and specify mechanical equipment and associated datasheets.
• Interpret PFDs, P&IDs, plot plans, and isometrics to support design.
• Assist projects through the full lifecycle from feasibility to commissioning.

Skills

Process simulation

PFD/P&ID knowledge

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Promax software

Job description

Targa Resources is seeking a Project Engineer to design and support midstream gas processing facilities, including equipment specification, process simulation, and startup activities. You will collaborate with engineering consultants, operations, and project teams to deliver safe, reliable plant performance.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, willingness to travel about 25%, and hands-on experience with natural gas processing and Promax.