Operations Engineer

Boardwalk Pipelines; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP in West Monroe, LA is seeking an Operations Engineer to provide technical support for safe, reliable pipelines, compressor stations, and M&R facilities.

As a field-based engineer you will troubleshoot issues, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate across Field Ops, Engineering & Construction, and Asset Performance teams to drive continuous improvement. This role requires 3+ years of experience, PSM/MOC familiarity, and travel up to 40%.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience at natural gas compressor stations.
• Knowledge of pipeline, compressor, and M&R operations.
• Familiarity with PSM, MOC, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and digital tools.
• Willingness to travel to field locations (up to 40%).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for the safe, reliable operation of pipelines, compressor stations, M&R facilities, and related assets.
• Troubleshoot issues and ensure regulatory and process safety compliance.
• Collaborate with Field Operations, Engineering & Construction, and Asset Performance groups to drive operational excellence and asset management initiatives.

Skills

Gas compressor stations

Pipeline operations

PSM & MOC

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Engineering software

Travel up to 40%

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Civil engineering

Tools

Engineering software & digital tools

Job description

Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP (NYSE BWP)

Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, LP (NYSE BWP) is a midstream master limited partnership that provides transportation, storage, gathering and processing of natural gas and liquids for its customers.

Additional information about the Partnership can be found on its website at www.bwpmlp.com.

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Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.

We are currently looking for a Operations Engineer for our West Monroe, LA office.

Position Description

The Operations Engineer provides technical support and engineering expertise for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of pipelines, compressor stations, measurement & regulation (M&R) facilities, and related midstream assets. As a field-based member of the operations engineering team, the Operations Engineer functions as the first-line technical support—supporting day-to-day operations, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and process safety requirements. This role collaborates closely with Field Operations, Engineering & Construction, and other Asset Performance & Innovation groups to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and the successful execution of asset management initiatives.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• 3+ years supporting natural gas compressor stations (midstream oil & gas preferred).
• Working knowledge of pipeline, compressor station, and/or M&R facility operations.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM), management of change (MOC), and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and digital tools.
• Willingness to travel to field locations as required (up to 40% of the time).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• Experience supporting field operations in an owner’s engineer capacity.
• Experience with digital transformation, automation, or data analytics in field operations.
• Knowledge of asset integrity, measurement, automation, or compression systems.
• Advanced proficiency in technical writing and documentation.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.

Additional Information

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hire.

Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.