Process Engineer

Harvest Midstream Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvest Midstream Company is seeking a Process Engineer IV to serve as a senior technical authority in midstream process engineering. This role focuses on optimization initiatives and capital improvements across pipeline, compression, and processing assets.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in process engineering, a strong background in technical and regulatory compliance, and a proven ability to lead complex capital projects. The position is based in Houston, Texas.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of oil and gas/process engineering experience, with significant field operations involvement.
• Deep engineering knowledge in civil, electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and process control.
• Expert in developing and approving engineering deliverables like PFDs, P&IDs, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical authority for troubleshooting and optimization across multiple areas.
• Lead efforts to improve system reliability and align engineering with commercial strategy.
• Oversee engineering phases for large capital projects from conceptual development through commissioning.

Skills

Oil and gas/process engineering experience

Cross-disciplinary engineering knowledge

Expertise in process simulation software

Process safety and risk management

Managing complex capital projects

Leadership skills

Tools

HYSYS

Aspen Plus

Hydraulic modeling tools

Job description

Job Objective

The Process Engineer IV serves as a lead technical authority in midstream process engineering, responsible for driving high-value optimization initiatives, complex debottlenecking projects, and strategic capital improvements across pipeline, compression, and processing assets. This role leads cross-functional engineering efforts, overseeing full project lifecycles-including conceptual design, feasibility, cost estimating, execution planning, and construction oversight. The Process Engineer IV provides critical support to Operations in solving persistent performance issues and to Commercial and Business Development teams in evaluating new projects, M&A opportunities, and facility expansions. This position plays a key role in aligning operational reliability, commercial growth, and capital efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and influencing long‑term asset strategy.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior technical authority for troubleshooting, optimization, and capital project planning across multiple operating areas.
• Lead cross-functional efforts to improve system reliability, debottleneck operations, and align engineering efforts with commercial and operational strategy.
• Provide high-level oversight of all engineering phases—from conceptual development through commissioning—for large and high-impact capital projects.
• Direct third-party engineering firms and internal project teams, ensuring all designs meet strategic, technical, and regulatory expectations.
• Represent the company in technical discussions with regulatory agencies, external partners, and stakeholders.
• Lead or sponsor due diligence efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and joint‑venture opportunities; provide executive-level assessments and recommendations.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and contribute to professional development across the team.
• Present company‑wide performance metrics, engineering initiatives, and project outcomes at senior leadership or board-level meetings.
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance strategy and ensure consistent application of industry best practices.
• Lead technical investigations and response activities for major incidents or operational disruptions.

Other Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate commitment to company core values - Integrity, Ownership, Urgency, Alignment, and Innovation - in all daily responsibilities and interactions.
• Actively support and contribute to the company's mission and vision through reliable, high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of oil and gas/process engineering experience, with significant field operations involvement.
• Deep, cross-disciplinary engineering knowledge (civil, electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and process control).
• Expert in developing and approving engineering deliverables: design basis, HMBs, PFDs, P&IDs, data sheets, and specifications.
• In-depth experience with process simulation software (HYSYS, Aspen Plus) and hydraulic modeling tools.
• Skilled in process safety and risk management; leads or facilitates HAZOPs, LOPAs, and PSM processes.
• Proven track record of managing complex capital projects, including estimating, scheduling, contracting, and execution.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide multidisciplinary